damson plum (prunus insititia) is a species of small fruit-bearing tree or shrub in the family rosaceae. it typically grows up to 19ft tallt and features narrow, oval leaves that are serrated along the edges. the tree produces small, dark purple to blue fruits, which are tart in flavor and often used for making jams, jellies, and syrups. sweeten in flavor after a frost. the blossoms appear in spring, withdelicate white to pale pink flowers. they are valued for its resistance to various diseases and its ability to thrive in a range of soil types, making it a hardy addition to any homestead or yard.
hardiness zone - 5-9
contains 15 stratified* seeds
*these seeds have begun the germination process, and need to stay cold and damp until spring. they can be kept in the fridge with a moist paper towel or sawdust. they can be planted out once the ground has thawed, in pots or direct seeded.
damson plum (prunus insititia) is a species of small fruit-bearing tree or shrub in the family rosaceae. it typically grows up to 19ft tallt and features narrow, oval leaves that are serrated along the edges. the tree produces small, dark purple to blue fruits, which are tart in flavor and often used for making jams, jellies, and syrups. sweeten in flavor after a frost. the blossoms appear in spring, withdelicate white to pale pink flowers. they are valued for its resistance to various diseases and its ability to thrive in a range of soil types, making it a hardy addition to any homestead or yard.
hardiness zone - 5-9
contains 15 stratified* seeds
*these seeds have begun the germination process, and need to stay cold and damp until spring. they can be kept in the fridge with a moist paper towel or sawdust. they can be planted out once the ground has thawed, in pots or direct seeded.