American Plum – Prunus americana Live Rooted Starter Plant | Native Fruit Tree | Zones 3–8

Grow your own delicious native fruit with a live American Plum (Prunus americana) rooted starter plant. This hardy flowering shrub or small tree produces beautiful white spring blossoms followed by small yellow to purplish-red plums with a sweet-tart flavor. The fruit is excellent for fresh eating, jams, jellies, preserves, juice, wine, freezing, and canning. American Plum also provides valuable food and habitat for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife, making it an excellent addition to edible landscapes and native gardens.

Your starter plant is propagated from a fruiting mother plant, carefully removed from its growing pot before shipping, and securely packaged to ensure a healthy arrival.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live American Plum rooted starter plant
✔️ Propagated from a fruiting mother plant
✔️ Healthy rooted plant shipped bare root
✔️ Ready for planting upon arrival
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: American Plum
Botanical Name: Prunus americana
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree/shrub
Growth Stage: Rooted starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
Watering: Water regularly while establishing; moderately drought tolerant once mature
Mature Height: 10–15 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 3–8
Container Friendly: Yes (while young)

💡 Care Tip: Plant your American Plum in a sunny location for the best flowering and fruit production. Water consistently during the first growing season and apply mulch to retain moisture. Fruit production typically begins in about 3 years under good growing conditions.