Sloe Berry - Prunus Spinosa
Prunus spinosa
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A popular hedgerow tree in the U.K., foragers have long known the delights of this wild plum, regularly using sloe berries to infuse gin. Also known as Blackthorn, the self-pollinating dense and thorny bush bears small blue astringent fruits in March.
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Product information
A long lived species, the sloe is a native of the Caucasus region and often used as a thorny hedgerow across the United Kingdom. The small astringent blue berries ripening in March are almost inedible and not ususally consumed straight from the tree. Their value lies in their use as flavouring for gin and other white spirits. Hardy and easy to grow, sloe trees provide excellent wildlife habitat due to their dense structure, but sucker freely so it is important to remove suckers to reduce spread and control unwanted growth. Ideally suited to hedging in rural settings.
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Plant orders:
1–14 plants: $14.50
15–29 plants: $25.00
30+ plants: $35.50
Seeds can be added for no additional charge.
Plants with any other combination of hardware, books, bulbs or tubers:
1–14 plants: $29.00
15–29 plants: $39.50
30+ plants: $50.00
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Product Information
A long lived species, the sloe is a native of the Caucasus region and often used as a thorny hedgerow across the United Kingdom. The small astringent blue berries ripening in March are almost inedible and not ususally consumed straight from the tree. Their value lies in their use as flavouring for gin and other white spirits. Hardy and easy to grow, sloe trees provide excellent wildlife habitat due to their dense structure, but sucker freely so it is important to remove suckers to reduce spread and control unwanted growth. Ideally suited to hedging in rural settings.How to grow
Easy to grow, plant in full sun in a soil enriched with aged compost and decomposed manure. Best suited to cooler climates. Prune in winter to keep plants compact and remove suckers to limit spread. Avoid waterlogged or wet sites.
Growing information
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Light:
Full Sun
Water:
Seasonal watering
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Plant characteristics
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Type:
Deciduous
Height:
4.0m
Width:
4.0m
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