The history of Old Green Gage is captivating. Although gages are typically categorized within the European plum species Prunus domestica, they form a distinctive subgroup—smaller, more spherical, and displaying a green or yellow coloration. Cultivated in France since the Middle Ages, introduced from Italy, the various green-skinned gages in France are collectively referred to as "Reine Claude," in tribute to Queen Claude, consort of Francis I, the ruler of France from 1515 to 1547. Old Green Gage is believed to be synonymous with the French Grosse Reine Claude.
The introduction of Old Green Gage to England is attributed to Sir William Gage in the 18th century. Residing in Bury St. Edmunds, Sir William is said to have obtained a tree from his brother, a Parisian priest. While Sir William is credited with popularizing the English name and the specific variety of Old Green Gage, some evidence suggests that it might have been a reintroduction of a variety already widespread in England, known as Verdoch, potentially brought from Italy during the Middle Ages.
May be susceptible to plum aphid, red spider mite and winter moth caterpillar. The fruit can be damaged by plum moth caterpillars, wasps and birds
"Disease resistance: Poor May be susceptible to peach leaf curl, silver leaf, bacterial canker, blossom wilt and honey fungus
Brown rot: Some susceptibility
Fruit splitting: Some susceptibility"
"Frost resistance of blossom: Good resistance Cold hardiness (USDA): (4) -30F / -34C Climate suitability: Temperate climates Summer average maximum temperatures: Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F) Summer average maximum temperatures: Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)"
Fruit Ready to Pick: Aug
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The history of Old Green Gage is captivating. Although gages are typically categorized within the European plum species Prunus domestica, they form a distinctive subgroup—smaller, more spherical, and displaying a green or yellow coloration. Cultivated in France since the Middle Ages, introduced from Italy, the various green-skinned gages in France are collectively referred to as "Reine Claude," in tribute to Queen Claude, consort of Francis I, the ruler of France from 1515 to 1547. Old Green Gage is believed to be synonymous with the French Grosse Reine Claude.
The introduction of Old Green Gage to England is attributed to Sir William Gage in the 18th century. Residing in Bury St. Edmunds, Sir William is said to have obtained a tree from his brother, a Parisian priest. While Sir William is credited with popularizing the English name and the specific variety of Old Green Gage, some evidence suggests that it might have been a reintroduction of a variety already widespread in England, known as Verdoch, potentially brought from Italy during the Middle Ages.
May be susceptible to plum aphid, red spider mite and winter moth caterpillar. The fruit can be damaged by plum moth caterpillars, wasps and birds
"Disease resistance: Poor May be susceptible to peach leaf curl, silver leaf, bacterial canker, blossom wilt and honey fungus
Brown rot: Some susceptibility
Fruit splitting: Some susceptibility"
"Frost resistance of blossom: Good resistance Cold hardiness (USDA): (4) -30F / -34C Climate suitability: Temperate climates Summer average maximum temperatures: Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F) Summer average maximum temperatures: Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)"
Fruit Ready to Pick: Aug
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Water Needs / Maintence
Moderate/ Moderate
Spaced Apart
3.6-6.4m (12-15ft)
Pollination Group
3
Overall Height
3.6 - 4.5m (12-15ft)
Species
Prunus domestica
Root Stock
- St Julien 'A'
Fruits ready to be picked
Aug