When it flowers in the spring, a plum tree will be covered in blossom, and in a good year about 50% of the flowers will be pollinated and become plums. Plums are sweet and juicy, but when dried become prunes. Recipes for fresh uncooked plums range from salads to dessert. Even the petals of plum tree blossoms have inspired chefs to include them in sorbets and ice creams. Cooked plums make stuffings, tarts, jams, chutneys, sauces and soups.