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Shropshire Prune' Damson Tree | 2 Year Old Bare Root | 5ft

Shropshire Prune Damson tree, laden with ripe purple plums, surrounded by lush green leaves against a cloudy sky in a rural landscape.

Lush Shropshire Prune Damson tree with ripe purple plums, surrounded by green grass & fallen leaves, set against rolling countryside hills.

A Shropshire Prune Damson tree, laden with ripe purple fruits, set against rolling green hills and a clear blue sky, captures a serene rural landscape.

Shropshire Prune' Damson Tree | 2 Year Old Bare Root | 5ft

Shropshire Prune' Damson Tree | 2 Year Old Bare Root | 5ft

Name: Shropshire Prune' Damson Tree | 2 Year Old Bare Root | 5ft
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178756391291_55626508894587
Price: 29.99 GBP
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Highlights
Variety Specifications
Planting & Care

Enjoy a true taste of history with this heritage variety, cultivated for over 400 years.
A remarkably resilient and reliable tree, providing consistent, heavy crops once established.
The juicy, tart fruit is perfect for culinary creations, especially delicious homemade jams and country wines.
Grafted onto SJA rootstock, it reaches a manageable eventual height of 5m, making it ideal for most gardens.
Self-fertile (Pollination Group 3), so you don't need a second tree for a good harvest.
A long-term investment in your garden's future; while you may see fruit in 4-5 years, substantial crops develop over 10-15 years.
Supplied as a young, 18-36 month old tree, professionally pruned before dispatch to encourage a strong, healthy framework.

Latin Name: Prunus domestica
Species: Plum
Features: Heavy cropper, Heritage, Self fertile
Tasting Notes: Juicy and tart with a rich flavour
Uses: Eating, Making Jams
Flowering Time: April, May
Harvest Time: September
Position: Full sun
Eventual Spread: 4m
Hardiness: Hardy. May require protection from very late frosts which can damage flowers and reduce the fruit yield for that year.
Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, loamy soils. Will tolerate less than perfect conditions but may struggle in poorly draining soil.
Pest & Disease Resistance: Excellent resistance to common plum diseases, including cracking. Keep an eye out for aphids and caterpillars.

Planting Time: Can be planted year-round.
Pollination: Self-fertile (Pollination Group 3). Does not require a pollination partner, but yields can be improved with another plum or damson from group 2, 3, or 4 flowering nearby.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Once established, a bare root tree only needs watering during prolonged dry spells.
Feeding: This is not a hungry plant and does not require regular feeding.
Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain an open, productive shape. This improves airflow, reduces disease risk, and encourages good cropping.

Product Specifications

Height on Arrival: 120-150cm including roots
Supplied As: Bare Root. Lifted fresh from the field. In winter, store for several weeks in a cool, dark spot. In spring, plant within a few days of arrival.
Rootstock: SJA rootstock (grows up to 5m)
Eventual Height: 5m
Time to First Crop: 4-5 years for first fruits, 10-15 years for substantial crops.

Highlights

Enjoy a true taste of history with this heritage variety, cultivated for over 400 years.
A remarkably resilient and reliable tree, providing consistent, heavy crops once established.
The juicy, tart fruit is perfect for culinary creations, especially delicious homemade jams and country wines.
Grafted onto SJA rootstock, it reaches a manageable eventual height of 5m, making it ideal for most gardens.
Self-fertile (Pollination Group 3), so you don't need a second tree for a good harvest.
A long-term investment in your garden's future; while you may see fruit in 4-5 years, substantial crops develop over 10-15 years.
Supplied as a young, 18-36 month old tree, professionally pruned before dispatch to encourage a strong, healthy framework.

Variety Specifications

Latin Name: Prunus domestica
Species: Plum
Features: Heavy cropper, Heritage, Self fertile
Tasting Notes: Juicy and tart with a rich flavour
Uses: Eating, Making Jams
Flowering Time: April, May
Harvest Time: September
Position: Full sun
Eventual Spread: 4m
Hardiness: Hardy. May require protection from very late frosts which can damage flowers and reduce the fruit yield for that year.
Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, loamy soils. Will tolerate less than perfect conditions but may struggle in poorly draining soil.
Pest & Disease Resistance: Excellent resistance to common plum diseases, including cracking. Keep an eye out for aphids and caterpillars.

Planting & Care

Planting Time: Can be planted year-round.
Pollination: Self-fertile (Pollination Group 3). Does not require a pollination partner, but yields can be improved with another plum or damson from group 2, 3, or 4 flowering nearby.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Once established, a bare root tree only needs watering during prolonged dry spells.
Feeding: This is not a hungry plant and does not require regular feeding.
Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain an open, productive shape. This improves airflow, reduces disease risk, and encourages good cropping.

Product Specifications

Height on Arrival: 120-150cm including roots
Supplied As: Bare Root. Lifted fresh from the field. In winter, store for several weeks in a cool, dark spot. In spring, plant within a few days of arrival.
Rootstock: SJA rootstock (grows up to 5m)
Eventual Height: 5m
Time to First Crop: 4-5 years for first fruits, 10-15 years for substantial crops.