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Sutlej Purple
Sutlej Purple is a plum variety that grows well in warm, subtropical regions, especially in Punjab and other parts of North India. It ripens early and produces attractive fruit, making it well suited to these climates.
🌱 Planting Time
- Best planted from December to February, during dormancy.
- Preferssandy loam soilwith a pH around 8.2.
- Spacing recommendations vary: 6x6 m for larger canopy and fruit quality, 3x1.5 m 3x1.5 m for higher yield per hectare.
🌿 Growth Habit
- Medium-sized deciduous tree with upright growth.
- Tree height can reach up to 4.32 meters, especially at closer spacing.
- Canopy volume is highest at wider spacing (13.25 m³ at 6x6 m).
🌸 Flowering Time
- Flowers appear in late February to early March, depending on local climate.
- Requires moderate chill hours, suitable for subtropical zones.
🍑 Harvesting Period
- Mid-May to early June, depending on elevation and climate.
- Ripening coincides with other early varieties like Frontier and Sharps Early.
😋 Fruit Taste
- Sweet and mildly acidic, offering a pleasant flavor.
- Suitable for fresh consumption and light processing.
🧵 Fruit Texture
- Firm flesh, good for transport and shelf life.
- Skin is smooth and slightly waxy.
🎨 Fruit Size and Color
- Fruits are medium to large, with superior size and color at wider spacing.
- Skin is deep purple, highly attractive.
- Flesh is yellowish-white to amber, depending on ripeness.
📈 Yield
- High yield per hectare at closer spacing (3x1.5 m), though individual tree yield may be lower.
- Requires thinning and pruning for optimal fruit size and quality.
