Cordon Damson 'Merryweather'

For those seeking a space-saving solution without compromising on fruit yield, our cordon plum, gage, and damson trees are the perfect choice. These slender, vertically-trained trees are ideal for smaller gardens, allotments, or even container growing on patios.

Plums, gages and damsons are a wonderful choice of tree to grow in the garden as in favourable conditions they will crop reliably, producing masses of fruit year after year. Cordons should be restricted to 1.8-2.4m (6-8ft) in height and can be spaced 90cm (3ft) apart. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot. To ensure rapid establishment, cordon plum trees are supplied bare-rooted and will be approximately 1-1.2m (3-4ft) tall on despatch (including the roots). Trees are available from late November to late April.

Are you struggling to choose between the myriad of varieties available? Let us guide you through our carefully curated selection. 

For traditional plum lovers, we offer the ‘Victoria’ plum, the nation’s favourite, known for its reliable crops of large, oval fruits with a sweet flavour perfect for eating fresh or cooking. However, if you’re looking for something truly special, consider the Cordon Mirabelle Plum ‘Ruby’. This cherry plum variety, bred in the Ukraine’s harsh climate, produces an abundance of large dark red fruits with deep red flesh. The fruits are exceptionally sweet and juicy with a delicious peach-like flavour, making them perfect for eating fresh or making jam.

Perhaps you’re drawn to the refined taste of gages? Our cordon gage trees include classics like the ‘Cambridge Gage’, known for its excellent rich flavour and reliability. For those in northern climates, ‘Denniston’s Superb’ gage is a wise choice, offering heavy crops of sweet, red-flushed yellow fruits.

Damson lovers need look no further than our cordon damson trees. The ‘Merryweather’ damson is a popular choice, offering large, juicy fruits suitable for both culinary and dessert purposes. For those seeking a more traditional flavour, the ‘Prune Damson’ dates back to the 17th century and is widely considered the best for culinary use.

Pomona Fruits is your trusted source for bare root cordon plum trees, cordon gage trees, and cordon damson trees. We understand the joy and satisfaction that comes from cultivating your own fruit, and we’re here to help you achieve that dream with our exceptional range of cordon fruit trees.

We understand that choosing the right fruit tree can be daunting, especially if you’re new to fruit growing. That’s why we’ve provided detailed descriptions for each variety, including flavour profiles, cropping reliability, and specific growing requirements. Our aim is to ensure you select the perfect tree for your needs and growing conditions.

Concerned about the hardiness of these trees? Rest assured, many of our varieties, such as ‘Czar’ plum and ‘Marjorie’s Seedling’ plum, are known for their resilience even in cold, wet climates.

At Pomona Fruits, we’re passionate about helping you create your own fruitful paradise. Whether you’re looking to make the most of limited space, seeking specific flavours, or simply want to enjoy the pleasure of growing your own fruit, our range of cordon plum trees, cordon gage trees, and cordon damson trees are the perfect solution.

Browse our selection today and take the first step towards a bountiful harvest of delicious, home-grown fruit. With Pomona Fruits, your garden’s potential is limitless.

Don’t forget to include tree stakes and ties on your order. All young fruit trees require staking and for better establishment we strongly advise using Rootgrow when planting (as recommended in RHS planting guidelines).