Monsieur Hatif European Plum Shade Tolerant Named for the British National

Named for the British National Pear Conference in 1885

These thorny

With fruit that's tart

and needs a pollinator (although it will not return the favor)

Monsieur Hatif European Plum Shade Tolerant Named for the British NationalPrunus domestica 'Monsieur Hatif de Montmorency' Monsieur Hatif de Montmorency is a truly excellent culinary European plum. Fragrant, with a rich and complex flavor, it is a roundish, large, freestone purple plum with golden yellow flesh that ripens in August. Also known as Early Orleans, it is an old variety brought from France to England over 300 years ago and on to the United States. Self fertile and easy to grow! USDA Zone: 5 9 Grow Height: 12'