Description
Hollywood Plum is valued as an edible ornamental: striking pink spring flowers and dark foliage, paired with red-fleshed fruit that performs well both fresh and in richly colored preserves. Its naturally compact habit makes it especially well suited to smaller yards and intentional plantings.
The fruit is medium-sized with red skin and deep red flesh, offering balanced sweetness and acidity when fully ripe. Unlike many ornamental plums, Hollywood produces usable, flavorful fruit, and the freestone flesh makes it easy to work with in the kitchen.
Our selection has proven reliably self-fertile, making Hollywood a practical single-tree option. While additional plums can increase yield, many growers find it productive on its own.
Overview
- Edible ornamental plum with showy spring bloom
- Red skin and red flesh with strong color carry-through
- Naturally compact growth habit
- Freestone fruit for easy use
- Reliably self-fertile in our experience
Growing Details
Latin Name: Prunus cerasifera ’Hollywood’
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil
Chill Requirement: Approx. 300–400 hours
Hardiness: USDA Zone 5–9
Rootstock: Marianna 2624
Bearing Age: 1–3 years
Size at Maturity: Naturally compact; typically maintained at 8–12 ft tall and wide with light pruning
Flowering Time: Early to mid flowering (within plum / pluot types)
Ripening Time: Early season; typically late June to mid July depending on region
Pollination: Self-fertile in our experience; yields may increase with another plum within 20–30 feet
Pests & Diseases: Standard plum considerations; good airflow supports clean foliage
Yield: Moderate to good once established
Additional Notes
- Grower’s Insight: Hollywood stands out because it delivers both ornamental value and real fruit quality without demanding space. Its compact habit keeps management simple.
- Regional Insight: In cool or wet spring climates, supporting early pollinators can improve fruit set, even on self-fertile trees.
- The red flesh retains color when cooked, making vivid jams, sauces, and desserts.
- Explore more plums in our collection: Plum Trees
