It's just barely the start of spring here in Duluth, Minnesota, USA, and Michael's Plum tree does not yet have leaves. But, there are lots of buds and it will open up and flower probably in a few weeks. I was told it is possible it could provide a plum or two this year, and certainly by next year.
This is a Red Diamond Cherry Plum. Of the three different varieties of Plum I bought and planted, something about the name "Red Diamond" just seemed to fit with the photo you PMd to me of Michael.
Now Michael has another memorial tree planted in his honor on the other side of the planet. My daughter will paint Michael's name on a smooth beach stone from Lake Superior, and we'll have that near the base of the tree.
To Sebastiaan, your wife and kids, we send warm hugs from the Leahy household.
Dennis
