Beach Plum

Prunus maritima

Attractive shrub or small tree with abundant flowers and edible fruit. Salt and drought resistant. Species is listed as Endangered in Maine.

BLOOM TIME
  • May
SUNLIGHT
  • Full Sun
SOIL TYPE
  • Well Drained
  • Dry
  • Moist
  • Texture (Sand)
  • Texture (Loam)
  • pH Acid <6.0
  • pH Neutral 6.0-8.0
HEIGHT

6-12'

CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED

Over 200

WILDLIFE BENEFITED

Caterpillars, Pollinators, Birds, Mammals

Plant Datasheet

Artist: Jada Fitch

Photo Credit: Maine Audubon