Name: Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa' (Santa Rosa Plum)

Average Landscape Size: 12–15 ft tall × 10–12 ft wide; can reach 18 ft if unpruned; rounded, spreading habit

Sun Requirements: Full sun; 6+ hours daily for best fruit production

Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture during fruit development

Deer Resistance: Low to moderate

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9; excellent cold hardiness for Willis area

Fertilization & Pruning: Balanced fruit tree fertilizer in spring; prune after harvest

Detailed Description: This Santa Rosa Plum is a classic variety that produces amazing large, red plums with sweet, juicy flesh! What makes this perfect for Willis? It's self-fertile, so you only need one tree to get fruit. This 3-gallon size will start producing in just a few years. Keep it 12 to 15 feet or let it reach 18 feet for maximum harvest. The plums are perfect for fresh eating, and you'll get beautiful white spring flowers as a bonus. This variety has proven itself in Texas for decades!