Beach plum
Prunus maritima
Beach Plum is a hardy, salt-tolerant native shrub beloved along the Atlantic coast for its spectacular spring blossoms and flavorful small plums used in jams and jellies. Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained sandy or loamy soil; it is quite adaptable and tolerates coastal winds and poor soils once established. Minimal pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages strong fruiting the following season.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
72″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Deeply During Dry Spells; Tolerates Brief Dry Periods Once Established
Soil pH
5.8 – 7.7
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 8, 2022 by Matthias Foellmer (cc-by-sa)
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