Plum (Prunus domestica)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (5/5)

Prunus domestica is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen from July to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Nuts/Seeds, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

delicious flavour ranging from very sweet to acid. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit varies considerably from cultivar to cultivar, but it is generally somewhat mealy, soft and juicy with a delicious flavour ranging from very sweet to acid.; The more acid fruits are usually only used for cooking purposes.; The fruit varies widely in size according to cultivar but can be 8cm long and contains a single large seed.

Habitat & North American Range

Found in hedges in Britain. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)