Topend Plus -s- is a late-ripening plum variety bred at the University of Geisenheim in Germany from a cross between ‘Čačaks Beste’ and ‘Valor’. The tree displays medium-strong, compact growth, making it well suited for intensive orchard systems. It is characterized by its excellent health status, with both fruit and tree showing tolerance to Sharka (Plum Pox Virus) as well as low susceptibility to Monilia and rust, contributing to reliable and sustainable production.

Flowering occurs in the mid-early season on both one- and two-year-old shoots. The blossoms are robust, and suitable pollinisers include varieties such as ‘Presenta’, ‘Bluefrost’, ‘C. Schöne’, and Mirabelle plums. Topend Plus ripens very late, typically from the end of September to mid-October, and offers an extended harvest period, providing growers with greater flexibility during picking.

The fruit is particularly attractive, producing large, elongated plums with a characteristic steel-blue skin covered by a natural waxy bloom. With an average fruit weight of around 65 grams, the variety delivers excellent market appeal. The light-yellow flesh is firm, juicy, freestone, and highly resistant to cracking. A durable skin with subtle bitter compounds complements the fruit’s natural sweetness, creating a balanced and refined eating experience. In addition, the fruit benefits from an exceptionally long shelf life and maintains its quality well during storage.

Topend Plus is renowned for its rich and complex flavour profile. The intense aroma combines notes of blackberry, melon, green apple, and kiwi, accompanied by delicate herbal nuances that give the fruit remarkable depth and character. The variety is highly productive, bearing fruit early and consistently without a tendency toward biennial bearing.

Beyond its excellent fresh-market qualities, Topend Plus is also highly valued for processing and baking thanks to its outstanding baking performance. The fruits are largely insensitive to cracking, while the trees are distinguished by their healthy foliage and wood. Growers should note that the fruits develop their attractive coloration well before full maturity; therefore, harvesting at the correct ripening stage is essential to achieve the best flavour and eating quality.