Prunus salicina 'Mariposa'

Prunus salicina 'Mariposa', commonly known as Mariposa Dwarf Plum, is a compact Japanese plum variety producing large, heart-shaped fruit with deep red skin and sweet, juicy amber flesh. This dwarf cultivar is perfect for small gardens and containers, offering excellent eating quality and versatility for fresh use and preserving. The beautiful white blossoms in early spring are followed by fruit that ripens in mid-summer.

Mariposa is well-suited to cold climate gardens like Ballarat, requiring winter chill hours for optimal fruiting. The dwarf habit makes it easy to manage, net, and harvest. This 180mm square pot size offers a well-established young tree. Mature height approximately 2-2.5m, making it ideal for smaller spaces.

Grows best in full sun in well-drained, fertile soil. Partially self-fertile but produces better crops with a pollinator such as Santa Rosa or Satsuma. Regular pruning maintains compact shape and encourages fruiting.