Height: | 15-20 ft. |
Width: | 15-20 ft. |
Growth rate: | Moderate |
Sunlight: | Full sun, although benefits from afternoon shade in summer |
Soil: | Prefers well-drained sandy loam, but does well in other soil types too |
pH: | Prefers slightly acidic or slightly alkaline soil |
Harvest time: | August-September |
Years to bear: | 3-4 |
Pollinator: | Self-fertile, but produces more with another European plum |
Plum, Damson
$30.00 – $40.00
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
The Damson plum was cultivated in ancient Greece. It produces an oblong, purple, and extremely sweet fruit. The high sugar content makes it ideal for making dates. It requires 600-800 chill hours. Should be pruned in spring or summer, not winter (to avoid silver leaf disease).
Size | 3 Gallon, 5 Gallon |
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