Damson trees at Crocus
by Diane - February 4th, 2013.Filed under: Crocus.
damson ‘Merryweather’ (damson) £39.99
Position: full sun Soil: will tolerate most soils, except very chalky or badly drained Rate of growth: average Ultimate size on Pixie rootstock: 3 x 3m Ultimate size on St. Julien A rootstock: 4 x 4m Flowering period: April to May Hardiness: fully hardy Damsons are a great fruit to grow if you are a novice gardener as they are hardier than its closest relative, the plum, and will cope with a wide range of soils. Merryweather is an excellent all-rounder. It is a self-fertile variety that produces larger than average fruits, which have a blue-black skin and juicy, acidic, yellow flesh. These will be ready to harvest from late August. Garden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker.
damson ‘Shropshire Damson’ (damson) £34.99
Position: full sun Soil: will tolerate most soils, except very chalky or badly drained Rate of growth: average Ultimate size on St Julian rootstock: 4 x 4m Flowering period: April to May Hardiness: fully hardy Damsons are a great fruit to grow if you are a novice gardener as they are hardier than its closest relative, the plum, and will cope with a wide range of soils. Native to the West Midlands, this small, compact tree was originally found in the local hedgerows. It is a self-fertile variety with medium sized fruits that can be cooked or baked and used in a variety of tasty recipes. Garden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker.