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shakap

In Chester, UK. Town garden. Wildlife pond at the bottom. Ornamental plants, bee attractors, small fruit trees & veg. My escape. Instagram: shakaphil

Prunus domestica 'Victoria'

  • Season Icon Mid SummerMid Summer 2017
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shakap

How can I tell when my plums are ripe enough to pick?! #plums #topickornottopick

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Andreamarie

If you give them a gentle tug, they should come away easily. Or you could give them a little squeeze - if they feel slightly soft they are ready 😊

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shakap

Expert advice, thanks @Andreamarie ! Like the look of your spiced brandy plums. What's the technique?

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Andreamarie

http://www.recipe.com/blogs/cooking/no-cook-preserving-spiced-brandied-plums/ Here's the link to the recipe @shakap - it's very easy 😊

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shakap

Thanks @Andreamarie Going to attempt Plum brandy and gin!

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Andreamarie

😂😂 @scaryskates

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shakap

I will @scaryskates Better still I may get my better half to give them a tug

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emeraldt

Your mother's shocked Phil!! Ha ha😃@shakap

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