Description This 4 in 1 combination pluot tree includes all four flagship pluots from the Zaiger breeding program—each chosen for a distinct eating experience. From bold sweet-tart flavor to deep, complex richness and crisp, candy-sweet texture, the progression delivers variety without requiring multiple trees. For growers with limited space who still want the full pluot experience, this combination offers one of the most efficient and rewarding ways to enjoy extended harvests and consistent cross-pollination. Overview Four pluot varieties grafted onto one tree Designed for extended harvest and peak fresh eating Wide range of flavors, sweetness, and textures Semi-dwarf habit suitable for home orchards Cross-pollination between grafts improves reliability Varieties Included Flavor Supreme — Mid-season pluot with bold sweet-tart flavor, dark skin, and deep red flesh. Dapple Dandy — Crisp-textured pluot with high sweetness and distinctive mottled skin, best eaten firm-ripe. Flavor King — Late-season benchmark pluot known for rich, complex flavor and dense, juicy flesh. Flavor Queen — Exceptionally sweet, green-skinned pluot with a clean, refreshing finish. Growing Details Latin Name: Prunus salicina √ó Prunus armeniaca (pluot hybrid)Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soilChill Requirement: Approx. 400–600 hours (variety dependent)Hardiness: USDA Zone 5–9Rootstock: Citation (semi-dwarf)Bearing Age: 1–3 yearsSize at Maturity: Typically maintained at 10–14 ft tall and wide with pruningFlowering Time: Mid to late flowering (within plum / pluot types)Ripening Time: Mid through late season; staggered harvest across varietiesPollination: Self-fertile overall; cross-pollination between grafts improves yieldPests & Diseases: Standard plum and pluot considerations; good airflow and pruning are importantYield: Productive once established; thinning recommended Additional Notes Grower’s Insight: Combination pluots shine in regions with unpredictable spring weather. Multiple grafted varieties increase overlap during bloom, which helps compensate for limited pollinator flight in cool or rainy conditions—especially valuable in coastal and maritime climates. Regional Insight: In the Puget Sound and other cool, wet-spring regions, pluot bloom can coincide with limited pollinator flight. Multiple grafted varieties help, but supporting early-season pollinators further improves success. Cool-Spring Pollination Tip: Encourage early pollinators with companion blooms and habitat, plant additional pluots or Japanese plums nearby when possible, and avoid insecticide sprays during bloom. Annual pruning is essential to keep all grafts balanced and productive. Explore more pluots in our collection: Pluot Trees
