damson 'Shropshire Damson'

damson

size: St Julian 10lt

available to order from summer 2012

£34.99

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• Position: full sun
• Soil: will tolerate most soils, except very chalky or badly drained
• Rate of growth: average
• Ultimate size on St Julian rootstock: 4 x 4m
• Flowering period: April to May
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Damsons are a great fruit to grow if you are a novice gardener as they are hardier than its closest relative, the plum, and will cope with a wide range of soils. Native to the West Midlands, this small, compact tree was originally found in the local hedgerows. It is a self-fertile variety with medium sized fruits that can be cooked or baked and used in a variety of tasty recipes.
  
  
• Garden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker.