Hog Plum, Sloe, Wild Plum, Flatwoods Plum Prunus umbellata

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Botanical Name:

Prunus umbellata

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Prunus

Species:

umbellata

Common Name:

Hog Plum, Sloe, Wild Plum, Flatwoods Plum

Height:
15-20 feet
Minimum Hardiness Zone:
7

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Growing Info, follow in order:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours.
Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days.
Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed.
In a Nutshell:
* The wild plums of this species are gathered for making jellies and jams. The scientific name describes the flower clusters, known as umbels, that are rounded, with equal stalks like an umbrella. more...
* Seed - requires 2 - 3 months cold stratification and is best sown in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe. Sow stored seed in a cold frame as early in the year as possible. Protect the seed from mice etc. The seed can be rather slow, sometimes taking 18 months to germinate.
* A green dye can be obtained from the leaves. A dark grey to green dye can be obtained from the fruit. Wood - heavy, hard, close grained. more...
Usda description:
More info on http://plants.usda.gov
Usda description:
More info on http://plants.usda.gov