About

Cambridge Gage

Prunus ‘Cambridge Gage’ is a cultivar of plum tree known for its delicious and sweet gage-like plums. This deciduous tree typically reaches a height of around 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters).
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The Appearance

A small deciduous fruit tree with a rounded crown and dark green, oval leaves. It produces small, green to yellow plums with a sweet flavor.


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The Produce

'Cambridge Gage' plums are excellent for eating fresh, making jams and jellies, or using in various culinary applications.


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The Flowers

Produces clusters of white flowers in spring, which are followed by the small plums in late summer.


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The Leaves

The deep green leaves create a dense canopy, providing ample shade during the growing season.


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The Bark

The bark is smooth and gray, becoming more fissured with age.


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The Habitat

Prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Commonly found in orchards and gardens.


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The Ecology

Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, including pollinators and fruit-eating birds and mammals.


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The Culture

Valued for its sweet plums, which are enjoyed fresh, in cooking, and in preserves.


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Fun Facts

The Cambridge Gage is known for its high-quality fruit and is considered one of the best dessert plums.

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