Variety fit — Nova Scotia
Can I grow Flavor King plum in Nova Scotia?
The verdict
Yes
- Your zone 6a and typical 1451 chill hours both suit this variety.
Based on Nova Scotia’s main growing area (B4N): zone 6a, ~1,451 chill hours. Your exact site may differ — check your ZIP.
The numbers
| Flavor King chill requirement | 400 chill hours |
|---|---|
| Nova Scotia average chill (B4N) | 1,451 hours (1,252–1,695 across 10 winters) |
| Nova Scotia zone (B4N) | USDA zone 6a |
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- Can I grow Flavor King plum in Nova Scotia?
- Yes — Your zone 6a and typical 1451 chill hours both suit this variety.
Sources
- [1] Open-Meteo / Copernicus ERA5. Historical Weather API (hourly 2m temperature) — accessed July 2026
- [2] Natural Resources Canada. Plant Hardiness Zones of Canada — accessed July 2026
- [3] Dave Wilson Nursery. Flavor King Pluot — DWN Variety Finder — accessed July 2026