American Plum Seeds

In our opinion, nothing is better than eating a fresh plum directly off the tree! The American Plum is a fast growing selection with many uses. This plum will grow as a small tree or large shrub which will readily sucker from the ground up around the root zone. When suckers are not trimmed regularly, it will transform into a large erect shrub and form a dense spreading thicket as it ages. In the spring, clusters of 1" white flowers will form, usually some of the first flower blooms in the woodlands. Fruit will form over summer, and mature in August and September. The plums can be used in jellies, preserves, and even eaten raw.
Prunus americana thrives in USDA hardiness planting zones 3 to 8 and prefers thicket, open field, or woody habitats which get at least 16" of rain per year and is often seen along roadsides and in pastures. It does best in well-draining soil and is a good choice for windbreaks and general landscaping beautification. Due to its bushy, slightly tangled foliage structure, this tree is a great choice to add visual interest to any yard.