The cold 2008-09 winter has helped development of fruit trees, even in traditionally milder climates such as Spain and Italy.
Flowering across Europe kicked off slightly earlier than 2008, but a cold snap at the start of March reversed this advance. Relatively low temperatures at the end of April have led to a delay of around four to eight days in the season – which has really only kicked off now.
We are starting to find sweet peaches/nectarines and plums – which comes as a welcome relief to the less exciting winter mix.
Varieties of plums to look out for >> Sapphire, Black Diamond, Black Amber, Greengages, Fortune, Larry Anne, Laetitia, Santa Rosa and Red Beauty.
WARNING: do not buy Southern Hemisphere fruit. It is not in season and not tasty. If you come across any, it is because it has been stored in fridges for a very long time.
Have a Fruitful week!
Fruit Guru
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