Key Features:

• Produces small edible plums commonly used in jams, jellies, and preserves

• Naturally salt-tolerant, ideal for coastal and sandy soils

• Forms a dense, attractive hedge and supports pollinators

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Non-GMO seeds

Specifications

• Seed Name: Beach Plum

• Botanical Name: Prunus maritima

• Plant Type: Deciduous Fruiting Shrub

• USDA Zones: 3–8

• Mature Height: 3–8 ft

• Fruit Color: Deep purple to blue

• Flower Color: White spring blossoms

• Planting Season: Spring or Fall

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Sandy, well-draining; tolerates dry conditions

• Water Needs: Low to Moderate

• Germination: Requires cold stratification

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

Planting Guide

1. Cold Stratification:
   Place seeds in moist peat or sand and refrigerate for 90–120 days.

2. Sowing Depth:
   Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in well-draining soil.

3. Watering:
   Keep soil lightly moist during germination.

4. Light:
   Provide full sun for healthiest fruiting growth.

5. Transplanting:
   Transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed and seedlings are strong.