Prunus d. 'Hauszwetsche' Spreading Prune back to desired size

Prune back to desired size after flowering but before frosts

A superb shrub with an attractive tiered or layered arrangement of branching

needs two pollinating partners

As spring approaches the buds' protective furry coat cracks open to reveal a lovely deep reddish-purple bud which later opens to red-purple and pink within

Planting in the vicinity of other apple or crabapple trees which flower at a similar time (i

Prunus d. 'Hauszwetsche' Spreading Prune back to desired sizeThis prune plum tree produces an abundance of fabulous bluish black damsons which are suitable for cooking and eating purposes. Grow in moist well drained soil in a sunny position. Late season. Semi clingstone. Excellent flavour when dried. 'Hauszwetsche' is self fertile meaning it doesn't need a pollinating partner. Rootstock: Prunus cerasifera.