The Methley Plum is a fast-growing, heavy-bearing Japanese plum variety prized for its juicy, honey-sweet flavor and excellent adaptability to warm climates. It produces medium-sized fruit with reddish-purple skin and deep red flesh that is soft, juicy, and highly aromatic. Known for its very low chill requirement and early production, Methley is one of the most popular plums for Florida home gardens.
 
Tree size: 10 – 20 ft tall (can be kept smaller with pruning)
Fruit size: 1.5 - 2  inches in diameter
Harvest season: Late May - Early June
Chill hours: Approximately 150 – 250 
USDA Zones: 5 – 9
Pollination: Self-fertile, but produces heavier crops with another Japanese plum nearby.