🍑 Aloo Bukhara (Plum) Plant – Growing & Care Guide

Aloo Bukhara, commonly known as Plum, is a popular stone fruit grown in temperate and subtropical regions. It is valued for its sweet-tart taste and high market demand. Suitable for home gardens and commercial orchards.

Common cultivated species:

Prunus domestica (European Plum)

Prunus salicina (Japanese Plum)

🌱 Growing Instructions

Climate: Temperate climate preferred; low-chill varieties grow in subtropical regions.

Temperature: Ideal range 15°C–30°C. Requires winter chilling (variety dependent).

Soil: Well-drained sandy loam soil rich in organic matter (pH 5.5–7.0).

Sunlight: Needs full sunlight (6–8 hours daily).

Planting Distance: 4–6 meters apart.

Watering: Regular watering during flowering and fruit development; avoid waterlogging.

Best Planting Time (India): December–January (dormant season).

Fruiting Time: 2–3 years (grafted plants fruit earlier).

🌿 Care Instructions

Fertilizer: Apply organic manure in winter; balanced NPK before flowering.

Pruning: Annual pruning improves fruit size and yield.

Fruit Thinning: Remove excess fruits for better quality and size.

Pest & Disease Control: Monitor for aphids, fruit borers, and fungal diseases.

Mulching: Helps conserve moisture and control weeds.

🍑 Uses of Aloo Bukhara

Fresh fruit consumption

Used in jams, juices, and desserts

Dried plums (prunes) used in cooking and baking

Rich in fiber, Vitamin C, and antioxidants

Suitable for commercial orchard farming