Blue Damson Plum
A popular variety for culinary purposes, the Blue Damson traces itself back to the native Damson plum of Great Britian. Prized in preserves and jams this small to medium size dark blue to purple skinned European plum has been a staple for generations. With its tart, sour and sweet combination the fruit is perfect for cooking.
Item #8445.
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USDA ZONES:
4-9
Outdoors
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Is This Plant Self Pollinating?
Blue Damson Plum is self-fertile, but the fruit crop will be larger if the tree is planted with a second tree.
Description
Prunus domestica 'Damson'
A popular variety for culinary purposes, the Blue Damson traces itself back to the native Damson plum of Great Britian. Prized in preserves and jams this small to medium size dark blue to purple skinned European plum has been a staple for generations. With its tart, sour and sweet combination the fruit is perfect for cooking. The Damson plum when cooked becomes a soft and tender consistency with a spicy rich flavor not possible with any other plum variety
Characteristics
Fruit Color:
Yellow-green inside
Ripens:
September -
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Water Needs:
regular water
Soil Type:
well-draining
Soil pH Level:
pH
of 6.5
Tree Size:
The Blue Damson grows to about 15 to 20 feet and can be somewhat unruly. Prune to control size and shape. Plant 8 to 10 feet on center
Years to Bear:
4
Pollination:
Self Pollinating
Bloom Color:
Cold Hardy:
to 20° F
Primary USDA Zone Range:
4 - 9
Secondary USDA Zone Range:
N/A
Chill Hours:
500 -
Size & Spacing
The Blue Damson grows to about 15 to 20 feet and can be somewhat unruly. Prune to control size and shape. Plant 8 to 10 feet on center
Planting & Care
Plums prefer well-drained soil. If poor drainage is suspected, consider mounding 18 to 24 inches high by 4 feet wide or build a raised bed of 12 to 18 inches high and 3 feet square. Plant directly in the mound or raised bed. Mulching helps retain moisture and stabilizes the soil temperature. Mulch to 3 to 4 inches deep and 3 to 4 feet outside the canopy. Plum grow best in full sun in a location where cold air or frost will not settle favor a location with exposure to morning sun. Choose a protected location that is sheltered from wind when possible. Most are early blooming and can be affected by adverse early season weather. Water regularly, to get established, during the first year. Plum trees are extremely fast growing and will grow to 20' tall if you let them. All fruit trees can be kept under 10 feet tall. Pruning in the summer to control the height of your tree is recommended to simplify maintenance and harvesting
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