This variety is a dwarf version of the popular Mariposa plum. Plum Mariposa Semi-Dwarf produces medium to large heart-shaped fruit that has dark red speckled skin and dark red flesh with an excellent sweet, juicy flavor. The fruit is ideal for juice, jams, stewing or plucking straight off the branch and eating fresh. The fruit is soft when fully ripe. The tree itself is deciduous with green foliage that turns yellow before falling in autumn followed by red and white flowers during spring. An ideal specimen for those with small to medium gardens. Plant in an open, sunny position in well drained soil. For best results keep moist until established and mulch well to conserve moisture. Plum Mariposa Semi-Dwarf requires moderate maintenance; prune after harvest to manage branch growth and to prevent overcrowding. Mariposa Semi Dwarf Plum can grow to a height and width of 2 meters.