Methley plum is an early-ripening variety known for its sweet, juicy fruit and reliable production. Fruit is medium-sized with reddish-purple skin and amber-red flesh, making them ideal for fresh eating and preserves. It is self-fertile and produces abundant crops even without a pollination partner. Methley ripens in early summer and is well-suited to warm climates. The tree requires about 250 to 400 chilling hours.