Damson Plum Tree
This item is out of stock.
Supplies are limited so make sure you don't miss out next time by having us automatically notify you when it becomes available again.
Description
Distinctive, rich flavor. This tree bears consistently heavy crops of heirloom plums. Fruit is juicy and delightfully tangy. Try it in homemade jams and jellies and you will never settle for another plum’s preserves. Tree is vigorous and hardy. Clingstone. Originates from Shropshire, England. Introduced to America in the late 1800s. Ripens in August. Self-pollinating.
Survival Guaranteed!
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Late |
| Chill Hours | 700 |
| Fruit Color | Purple |
| Fruit Size | Small - Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 7 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | August |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Tart |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 3 - 6 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow plum trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Shipping Information
Estimated Delivery Date
Arrives when it's time to plant
Questions & Answers
Young trees should be encircled with a woven wore fence 5 foot high for about 5 years. Then they'll be too big for the deer to bother. Deer repellent capsules that hang on the tree work well, too, but you have to replace them 3x a year or more.
Damson's are a little mushy/mealy for eating out of hand. As you know, they are superb for preserves and tarts. Also very good for wine (if you have a bumper crop).
I don't know but my previous trees suffered form black knot and eventually died.
Damson is not known to be resistant to black knot, but it is not highly susceptible either, so you may want to take precaution if black knot is known to be prevalent in your area. If there are already infected trees, they should be removed before planting new trees. Remove and destroy any limbs or other areas on any trees with signs of infection immediately.
We appreciate you reaching out to us. You can find the years-to-bear information in the Characteristics section, near the top of the page, underneath the description. This tree takes 3-6 years to bear.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
We appreciate you reaching out to us. We use several different rootstocks, depending upon the desired result and what is available. For that reason, we're unable to guarantee a specific rootstock.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
Yes you can prune to keep smaller.
It will grow a tree but can not guarantee it to be true to variety
Our trees are grafted and not grown from a seed.
Our website has a special feature that will help you find the best plants for you to grow in your area. Simply enter your zip code in our Hardiness Zone Finder and as you browse our page, you’ll see a small check mark next to products that are hardy to your growing zone!
https://www.starkbros.com/zone-finder
Customer Reviews
I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes plums. I understand it will be a year or more before it is fully productive.
until it died. Damson make great preserves, a great liqueur (plum flum), and
eating fresh off the tree as well as many other uses.
I bought this particular plum because fond childhood memories of eating jam made from the fruit.
Memories of a great aunt’s damson plum preserves on homemade rolls.
Love love love these plums!!
The best for jam, and disease and pest resistant.