We would like to buy a louisa plum tree.We have been ringing around and no success.Would love to know where we could buy one

Hi June - I bought one about 4 yrs ago, planted it and then moved farms!!! I've tried for the last two years to buy another one because it was beautiful!! The plums were the size of mangos and so sweet!!! I've been back to the garden centre where I bought it from and she is puzzled as to why no-one is listing it anymore. When I bought it, it was a 'royalty' tree, so maybe it was a limited one! I think it was not spelt Louisa, but Luisa. Could be wrong though. You've reminded me to do an internet search though - I'll let you know if I find anything. Please let me know if you have any joy too!!
Liza

We are pulling out a rampant climber soon and want to replace it with a plum tree and espalier it. Would this be a good variety - but in case I can't get one what other varieties would be good for eating? (I don't like insipid watery plums!)

Try DIACKS nursery in Invercargil. They ship nationwide and have agreat website.

Thanks Virgil - I'll give it a go

Here we go June - I've contacted a 'plant shop' in Auckland and here's the reply I was sent. I'm on a farm in the middle of the north island, by the way, which is why the courier fee is $40. He couriers very reasonably around Auckland though, check out his website. I'll contact my local garden centre and hopefully they can get some brought in - I don't really want to pay $40, although the tree would be worth it!! Hope this is of help to you...



I've had a real struggle to get hold of these as well, although have managed to get a few each year. I have a few left in stock at present - they are good strong plants, however have lots of branches low down and don't have a main leader. They would be perfect for a home orchard. The cost of the trees is $30, however it would cost us around $40 to package it and courier it to you as they are quite heavy.

regards,

David Bayly
Kaipara Coast Plant Centre
1481 Kaipara Coast Highway
P.O.Box 63
Kaukapakapa
Auckland 1250

ph 09-420 5655
fax 09 420 5654
www.plantsnz.co.nz

Most plum trees require a pollinator so check this before you buy one.

I'm pretty sure Luisa is a self pollinator - we bought it to plant next to the haybarn on the farm - yummy plums to eat while haymaking!!

I bought mine from Te Hana Wholesale nursery for $20 last winter.

you might find that they are just not in stock yet as I was told that they will not be available until around June /July

If you want a no maintenance, space saving, delicious apple tree, try a Ballerina Bolero.

We planted one in a tub 2 years ago and this year it has 20 beautiful apples on it. They grow upright, don't need pruning and the fruit are sweet, crispy and delicious.

Cheers,

Beverley

Hiya. I brought one from Kwan Nurseries in Kerikeri last year, they have quite a few and get them in every year. Hope this helps.