Beach Plum- Bare Root Shrub
(Prunus maritima)
The land now known as Maine is the historical terminus of Beach Plum’s native range. Found naturally in sandy areas, Beach Plums produce a delicious fruit very similar to a typical plum. However, coastal development has threatened wild populations, so nurseries like ourselves are hoping to spread this incredible native plant.
We like to eat Beach Plums raw, but some specific bushes may be better suited to jams and jellies. Naturally occurring yeast blooms on some individual fruits also lends itself to making kvass, wine, and kombuchas. This plant is not self-pollinating, so two individuals are needed for fruits although just one will provide blooms.
Although it thrives in sandy soils, Beach Plums can grow in almost any well drained sunny spot.
Our plants are 1st or 2nd year bare root shrubs between 6” and 1’ tall. These shrubs typically begin to flower and fruit between 4 and 6 years of age and will continue to do so for decades.
Hardiness: Zone 3-8
Soil: Sandy and well drained
Light: Full sun
(Prunus maritima)
The land now known as Maine is the historical terminus of Beach Plum’s native range. Found naturally in sandy areas, Beach Plums produce a delicious fruit very similar to a typical plum. However, coastal development has threatened wild populations, so nurseries like ourselves are hoping to spread this incredible native plant.
We like to eat Beach Plums raw, but some specific bushes may be better suited to jams and jellies. Naturally occurring yeast blooms on some individual fruits also lends itself to making kvass, wine, and kombuchas. This plant is not self-pollinating, so two individuals are needed for fruits although just one will provide blooms.
Although it thrives in sandy soils, Beach Plums can grow in almost any well drained sunny spot.
Our plants are 1st or 2nd year bare root shrubs between 6” and 1’ tall. These shrubs typically begin to flower and fruit between 4 and 6 years of age and will continue to do so for decades.
Hardiness: Zone 3-8
Soil: Sandy and well drained
Light: Full sun
(Prunus maritima)
The land now known as Maine is the historical terminus of Beach Plum’s native range. Found naturally in sandy areas, Beach Plums produce a delicious fruit very similar to a typical plum. However, coastal development has threatened wild populations, so nurseries like ourselves are hoping to spread this incredible native plant.
We like to eat Beach Plums raw, but some specific bushes may be better suited to jams and jellies. Naturally occurring yeast blooms on some individual fruits also lends itself to making kvass, wine, and kombuchas. This plant is not self-pollinating, so two individuals are needed for fruits although just one will provide blooms.
Although it thrives in sandy soils, Beach Plums can grow in almost any well drained sunny spot.
Our plants are 1st or 2nd year bare root shrubs between 6” and 1’ tall. These shrubs typically begin to flower and fruit between 4 and 6 years of age and will continue to do so for decades.
Hardiness: Zone 3-8
Soil: Sandy and well drained
Light: Full sun