Dapple Supreme Pluot Tree

Dapple Supreme Pluot Tree brings dramatic color and layered flavor to the summer orchard. Medium-to-large fruit develops smooth marbled skin in shades of pink, crimson, and pale yellow, enclosing amber-red flesh that is exceptionally juicy, aromatic, and sweet. Each bite blends lush plum character with a subtle apricot dimension, giving the fruit more complexity than either parent alone. Dapple Supreme is outstanding fresh and makes a striking addition to salads, desserts, preserves, and cheese plates. Its ornamental spring bloom adds another season of interest before the dappled crop begins to form. For gardeners who want fruit that creates instant curiosity at the table, this hybrid offers a rare combination of visual artistry, abundant juice, and a memorable flavor that feels distinctly different from an ordinary plum.

Dapple Supreme grows on Citation rootstock and is suited to USDA zones 6–9, with a confirmed 300-hour chill requirement. In suitable climates, harvest is typically during July. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, irrigate consistently as fruit develops, and thin clusters for size and branch strength.

Dapple Supreme requires a compatible pluot or Japanese plum. Good available partners include Flavor King Pluot and Santa Rosa Plum.

Dapple Supreme Pluot Tree Details

• Fruit: Medium to large fruit with marbled pink, crimson, and pale-yellow skin
• Flavor and texture: Exceptionally juicy, aromatic, sweet, and richly layered
• Best uses: Fresh eating, salads, desserts, preserves, and cheese plates
• Harvest: July, with timing varying by region and season
• USDA zones: 6–9
• Chill hours: 300
• Tree size: On Citation rootstock
• Pollination: Requires a compatible pluot or Japanese plum
• Recommended pollinizers/companions: Flavor King or Santa Rosa Plum
• Special care: Thin clusters and maintain consistent moisture during fruit development
• Something Special: Dapple Supreme originated in the Zaiger Genetics Pluot® breeding program in California.

Orchard Planning Resources

• Bare Root Tree Selection Guide
• How to Plant Bare Root Trees
• Fruit and Nut Tree Characteristics
• Tree Rootstock Characteristics Chart