Prunus domestica subsp. insititia ~ Blue Damson Plum showy-plumes making it perfect for rock

making it perfect for rock gardens

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Walter's Dwarf is care free and disease resistant

Flower spikes clad with distinctive deep purple flowers with a white spot bloom from late spring through summer

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia ~ Blue Damson Plum showy-plumes making it perfect for rockBlue Damson Plum is an heirloom deciduous fruiting tree with an upright spreading crown with a late spring bloom and a high yield of clingstone fruit in late summer. These small blue purple plums with amber flesh are tart and astringent when raw but become sweeter with a complex rich tang and spice when cooked. Grows best in full sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Blue Damson is self pollinating but benefits from a pollinator and has a 600 hours