Plum tree

Abstract

Disclosed is a new and distinct variety of plum tree characterized in its comparison with the Nubiana plum which it most nearly resembles but is an improvement thereon in ripening much earlier, between May 14 and May 21, is slightly more oblate and compressed in shape, has a more attractive dark maroon to almost black skin color when ripe, and a richer, vinuous flavor. The instant variety also ripens more than one week earlier than the Red Beaut (patented) which is the conventional earliest plum variety.

Having thus described a new plum tree, what is claimed is: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of plum tree substantially as illustrated and described and being characterized by its early maturity, approximately one week to ten days earlier than the Red Beaut variety; by fruit which is slightly more oblate and compressed in shape than fruit of the Nubiana variety, has a more attractive dark maroon color when ripe than the Nubiana, a distinctive and alluring aroma, and a richer, more vinuous flavor than fruit of the Nubiana, and has a fruit stone which is characterized by its non-uniformity in size and shape, its irregular periphery, and its irregularly furrowed surface.