Plums

Plums are versatile stone fruits known for their juicy flesh and sweet to tangy flavour. The Greenery offers a varied range, with different colours, shapes and flavour profiles. Well-known Dutch plum varieties include Opal and Reine Victoria. Under the Lazoet® brand, The Greenery also offers a selection of Dutch-grown plums with a distinctive purple-blue colour and a pronounced sweet flavour. Plums are delicious eaten fresh and are also ideal for desserts, baking, salads and savoury dishes.

Growers

The Greenery works with specialist Dutch plum growers who focus on flavour, quality and an attractive product. By growing different varieties that follow one another throughout the season, Dutch plum supply can be spread over several months.

Lazoet® is an example of collaboration and product development. The brand brings together several selected plum varieties with similar flavour and appearance. By investing alongside growers in variety selection, cultivation knowledge and quality, The Greenery is developing a recognisable and distinctive Dutch plum range.

Packaging options

Plums can be supplied loose in crates or in consumer packs. Lazoet® is available in pack sizes including 750 grams and 1 kilogram. Depending on the variety, origin and customer requirements, various packaging options are available, with a focus on freshness, product protection and attractive presentation.

Key features

• Sweet to tangy flavour, depending on the variety
• Juicy flesh with a soft to firm texture
• Various colours, including red, purple-blue and yellow
• A range of shapes and fruit sizes
• Well-known Dutch varieties such as Opal and Reine Victoria
• Lazoet® as a distinctive Dutch plum concept
• Versatile in sweet and savoury dishes
• Suitable for eating fresh and a variety of culinary uses

Availability

The Dutch plum season generally runs from July through to September (approximately weeks 27–39). Different varieties follow one another during this period. Opal plums, for example, are mainly available in July and August, while Reine Victoria is primarily harvested in August and September.