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Mariposa Plum - Prunus salicina ‘Mariposa’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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sizes shown are confirmed available stock. If you require larger specimen, project quantities or specific sizes not listed, our sourcing team can locate additional stock through our national supplier network.
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Product Details
Overview & Specifications
Mariposa Plum - Prunus salicina 'Mariposa'
Prunus salicina 'Mariposa' is a high-performing Japanese plum variety that delivers on two fronts: a striking spring blossom display followed by heavy crops of large, richly flavoured red-fleshed fruit. A refined choice for productive edible landscapes where performance and aesthetics are equally valued.
Why Mariposa Plum
Exceptional fruit quality: Large, sweet plums with deep red flesh and high sugar content, suited to fresh consumption and culinary use.
Reliable cropping: A consistently heavy-producing variety with predictable seasonal yields across suitable climates.
Ornamental spring display: White blossom emerges in late winter to early spring, contributing strong seasonal interest before fruit set.
Manageable form: A compact, well-structured canopy suited to deliberate placement within designed landscapes.
Dual-purpose value: Delivers both ornamental and productive returns across the full seasonal calendar.
Ideal Applications
Productive estate landscapes: A considered addition to working orchards or edible precincts on larger residential properties.
Designed edible gardens: Integrates seamlessly into structured kitchen garden layouts on prestige residential projects.
Seasonal feature planting: Effective as a focal specimen where spring blossom and summer fruiting both contribute to the landscape narrative.
Mixed orchard compositions: Pairs well with compatible stone fruit varieties to support cross-pollination and maximise yield.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 5–7m
Planting Season: Winter to early spring (bare-rooted); autumn to spring (potted)
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, fertile loam or sandy loam; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0); avoid waterlogged soils
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly during the first two growing seasons to establish a strong root system, reducing frequency once established. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the trunk, to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Plant Details
Height: 4–6m
Width: 4–5m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun
Native to: China (cultivar developed in USA)
Flower Colour: White
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Every order is wrapped, secured and palletised for delivery. Freight starts from $199.95 and is structured so larger orders receive better delivery value.
- Delivery is calculated by order value, with clear freight tiers shown before payment.
- Delivery estimated at 5-8 business days.
Freight Pricing
Freight table
Nursery Direct uses specialist nursery freight for advanced trees, palms and landscape stock. Freight is calculated using clear order-value tiers so customers can review delivery costs before completing their order.
| Order value | Freight |
|---|---|
| $0.01 to $1,000.01 | $199.95 |
| $1,000.02 to $1,400.01 | $249.95 |
| $1,400.02 to $1,650.01 | $299.95 |
| $1,650.02 to $1,950.01 | $349.95 |
| $1,950.02 to $2,250.01 | $399.95 |
| $2,250.02 to $2,500.01 | $449.95 |
| $2,500.02 to $2,750.01 | $499.95 |
| $2,750.02 to $3,000.01 | $549.95 |
| $3,000.02 to $3,350.01 | $599.95 |
| $3,350.02 to $3,650.01 | $649.95 |
| $3,650.02 to $3,850.01 | $699.95 |
| $3,850.02 to $4,150.01 | $749.95 |
| $4,150.02 to $4,450.01 | $799.95 |
| $4,450.02 to $4,750.01 | $849.95 |
| $4,750.02 to $5,000.01 | $899.95 |
| $5,000.02 to $5,250.01 | $949.95 |
| $5,250.02 to $5,550.01 | $999.95 |
| $5,550.02 to $5,850.01 | $1,049.95 |
| $5,850.02 to $6,100.01 | $1,099.95 |
| $6,100.02 to $6,350.01 | $1,149.95 |
| $6,350.02 to $6,650.01 | $1,199.95 |
| $6,650.02 to $6,950.01 | $1,249.95 |
| $6,950.02 to $7,250.01 | $1,299.95 |
| $7,250.02 to $7,500.01 | $1,349.95 |
| $7,500.02 to $7,750.01 | $1,399.95 |
| $7,750.02 to $8,000.01 | $1,449.95 |
| $8,000.02 to $8,350.01 | $1,499.95 |
| $8,350.02 to $8,650.01 | $1,549.95 |
| $8,650.02 to $8,850.01 | $1,599.95 |
| $8,850.02 to $9,150.01 | $1,649.95 |
| $9,150.02 to $9,450.01 | $1,699.95 |
| $9,450.02 to $9,750.01 | $1,749.95 |
| $9,750.02 and above | $1,799.95 |
For difficult access, oversized specimen stock, crane or machinery requirements, remote areas or commercial projects, please request project pricing before purchasing so our team can confirm the most appropriate freight method.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
