Haganta Plum Tree (Bare Root) 160-180 cm Pre-order October-November Delivery

 Pre-order October-November 2026 Delivery 

Grow one of Europe’s finest late-season plum varieties with our premium Haganta Plum Tree. Renowned for its exceptionally large fruit, outstanding sweetness and excellent dessert quality, Haganta is an excellent choice for home gardens, orchards and fruit enthusiasts across Ireland.

Haganta produces very large dark purple-blue plums with firm, juicy flesh and a rich aromatic flavour. Perfect for fresh eating, desserts, baking and preserves, this variety is highly valued for its impressive fruit size and reliable harvests.

Available in two sizes:

• 160-180 cm
• 200–250 cm 
• This variety performs exceptionally well in temperate climates and is well suited to Irish gardens when planted in a sunny, sheltered position.

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Tree Specifications

* Type: Bare Root Plum Tree
* Variety: Haganta
* Rootstock: Myrobalan (Prunus cerasifera)
* Available Heights:
    * 160–180 cm (1 Year)
    * 200–250 cm (2 Years)
* Mature Height: Approximately 3–4.5 m
* Growth Habit: Vigorous and Productive
* Fruit Colour: Dark Purple-Blue
* Fruit Size: Very Large
* Flesh: Firm, Juicy and Aromatic
* Taste: Sweet and Rich
* Best Use: Fresh Eating & Desserts
* Harvest Season: September
* Pollination: Partially Self-Fertile
* Climate Suitability: Ideal for Irish Growing Conditions

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Why Choose Haganta Plum?

Haganta is considered one of the best modern dessert plum varieties, producing premium-quality fruit with exceptional flavour and outstanding appearance.

Benefits

* Very large premium plums
* Outstanding dessert flavour
* Firm juicy flesh
* Beautiful dark purple fruit
* Reliable heavy crops
* Excellent for fresh eating
* Perfect for desserts and preserves
* Ideal for gardens and orchards
* Performs exceptionally well in Ireland

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Growing Information

Haganta Plum Trees thrive in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position. Regular watering during the first growing season encourages strong root development, while annual pruning promotes healthy growth and abundant fruit production.

Although partially self-fertile, planting alongside another compatible plum variety can improve pollination and increase yields.

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Bare Root Tree Advantages

Our Haganta Plum Trees are supplied as premium bare root trees during the dormant planting season with strong, healthy root systems.

Bare root trees offer many advantages:

* Excellent value for money
* Fast establishment
* Strong root development
* Ideal for autumn and winter planting
* Reliable long-term productivity

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Pre-Order & Delivery

Available now for pre-order.

Delivery takes place during the October-November  2026 planting season, when bare root trees are dormant and ready for successful establishment.

We deliver nationwide across Ireland, and every tree is carefully packed to ensure it arrives healthy, protected and ready for planting.

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Important Information

Fruit production, flowering and harvest times may vary depending on weather conditions, pollination, soil quality, sunlight and ongoing care.

Luxara World Green guarantees that every bare root tree is supplied as healthy, high-quality planting stock, professionally grown and carefully inspected before dispatch.

Cultivar Overview

‘Haganta’ is a premium late-season European plum cultivar developed in Germany and widely recognised for its exceptionally large fruits, outstanding flavour and reliable productivity. It produces attractive dark blue-purple plums with firm golden-yellow flesh, making it an excellent choice for both fresh eating and culinary use.

Its combination of large fruit size, high sugar content and dependable cropping makes ‘Haganta’ particularly well suited to Irish gardens and small orchards.

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Rootstock

Myrobalan (Prunus cerasifera)

Why We Selected Myrobalan

At Luxara World, ‘Haganta’ is grafted onto Myrobalan, a vigorous and dependable rootstock selected for its adaptability to Irish growing conditions and long-term orchard performance.

Benefits

* Excellent compatibility with European plum cultivars
* Strong root system with reliable establishment
* Performs well on a wide range of soil types, including heavier soils
* Good anchorage
* Long-lived and productive trees
* Well suited to traditional orchards and larger gardens

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Mature Tree Size

Approximately 4–5 metres in height and spread.

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Planting Distance

* 4–5 metres between trees
* 5–6 metres between rows

Adequate spacing promotes good air circulation, improves light penetration and supports consistent fruit quality.

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Site Selection

‘Haganta’ performs best in warm, sunny and sheltered locations.

Choose a planting site with:

* At least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily
* Well-drained fertile soil
* Good air circulation
* Shelter from strong prevailing winds
* Avoidance of frost pockets and permanently wet ground

South-facing or south-west-facing sites are ideal for achieving full fruit maturity under Irish conditions.

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Soil Requirements

‘Haganta’ on Myrobalan performs well in most fertile Irish soils.

Ideal conditions include:

* Loam or clay-loam
* Soil pH 6.0–7.5
* Good organic matter content
* Well-drained soil

Avoid prolonged waterlogging, particularly during the dormant season.

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Pollination

Self-fertility

‘Haganta’ is partially self-fertile.

While the tree is capable of producing fruit on its own, planting a compatible pollinator nearby significantly improves fruit set, yield and fruit size.

Recommended Pollinators

* Victoria
* Stanley
* Opal
* Czar

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Flowering Period

Mid to late spring.

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Harvest Period

Late September to early October.

The fruit develops its best flavour when allowed to ripen fully on the tree.

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Fruit Characteristics

Fruit Size

Very large

Typically 60–80 g

Skin

Deep blue-purple with a natural waxy bloom.

Flesh

* Golden-yellow
* Firm
* Juicy
* Freestone when fully ripe

Flavour

Rich, sweet flavour with balanced acidity and exceptionally high sugar content.

Excellent for:

* Fresh eating
* Baking
* Desserts
* Preserves
* Drying

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Disease & Weather Performance

‘Haganta’ is recognised for:

* Reliable cropping under Irish conditions
* Good fruit firmness
* Good adaptation to temperate climates
* Excellent storage quality after harvest

Maintaining an open canopy through annual pruning improves air circulation and helps reduce disease pressure.

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Why We Selected ‘Haganta’

At Luxara World, we selected ‘Haganta’ grafted onto Myrobalan because it combines exceptional fruit size, premium eating quality and dependable performance in Irish gardens. The vigorous Myrobalan rootstock provides excellent establishment and long-term tree health, while ‘Haganta’ consistently produces large, flavourful plums suitable for both home growers and small orchards.

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Professional Growing Advice

‘Haganta’ naturally sets heavy crops. Where fruit set is excessive, thinning the developing plums in early summer improves fruit size, enhances flavour and reduces stress on the branches. Annual pruning should focus on maintaining an open canopy, allowing good light penetration and air circulation to support healthy growth and consistent cropping year after year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Haganta Plum Tree

1. Is Haganta Plum self-fertile?

Haganta is partially self-fertile, meaning it can produce fruit on its own. However, planting a compatible plum variety nearby will significantly improve pollination and increase fruit yield.

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2. Which plum trees pollinate Haganta?

Although Haganta can produce some fruit without a pollination partner, it performs much better with cross-pollination.

Excellent pollination partners include:

* Victoria Plum
* Opal Plum
* Czar Plum

Planting compatible plum varieties together increases fruit production, improves fruit quality and provides more consistent harvests.

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3. Why is Haganta Plum so popular?

Haganta is a premium late-season plum variety renowned for producing exceptionally large fruit with excellent flavour. It is highly productive, reliable and an outstanding choice for home gardens.

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4. What do Haganta plums taste like?

Haganta produces very large, dark purple plums with firm, juicy flesh and a rich, sweet flavour balanced by a slight acidity. They are excellent for fresh eating, baking, preserves and desserts.

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5. When is Haganta Plum ready to harvest?

Haganta is a late-season variety, usually ready to harvest during September, depending on local weather conditions. The fruit develops its best flavour when allowed to ripen fully on the tree.

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6. How long does it take for a Haganta Plum tree to produce fruit?

Most Haganta Plum trees begin producing fruit within 2–4 years after planting, depending on the rootstock, growing conditions and ongoing care.

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7. How large will a Haganta Plum tree grow?

The mature size depends on the rootstock. Please refer to the product specifications for the expected height and spread. Selecting the right rootstock allows Haganta to fit both compact and larger gardens.

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8. Where is the best place to plant a Haganta Plum tree?

Haganta grows best in a sunny, sheltered position with fertile, well-drained soil. Plenty of sunlight helps produce sweeter fruit and encourages reliable crops.

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9. Is Haganta Plum suitable for small gardens?

Yes. When grafted onto a suitable dwarf or semi-dwarf rootstock, Haganta is an excellent choice for small and medium-sized gardens while still producing large, high-quality fruit.

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10. Is Haganta Plum easy to grow?

Yes. Haganta is a vigorous and dependable variety that requires only basic maintenance, including watering during dry periods, annual pruning and occasional feeding.

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11. Is Haganta Plum resistant to diseases?

Haganta is generally considered a healthy and reliable variety with good resistance to many common plum diseases when grown in suitable conditions with good air circulation.

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12. Can I grow Haganta Plum in a container?

Young Haganta trees grafted onto dwarf rootstocks can be grown in large containers. For long-term health and maximum fruit production, planting in the ground is recommended.

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13. What will I receive when I order?

You will receive a healthy, container-grown Haganta Plum tree that has been professionally cultivated and carefully packed to protect the roots and branches during delivery.

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14. Do you deliver plum trees throughout Ireland?

Yes. We carefully package every tree before dispatch to help ensure it arrives safely, healthy and ready for planting anywhere in Ireland.

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15. Why should I choose Haganta Plum?

Haganta is an outstanding late-season plum that produces exceptionally large, sweet fruit with excellent flavour. Its reliable harvests, attractive fruit and strong garden performance make it one of the best premium plum varieties for Irish home orchards.