Based on the search results, "Big Tree Plum" appears to refer to the ( Prunus nigra ), often called a wild plum or sometimes sloes. These hardy, native trees grow in eastern North America, offering dark-colored branches and plums that vary in color (red, orange, or yellow). Quick Guide: Canadian Plum ( Prunus nigra ) Plant Zones: 1-7 (Very cold hardy)
Remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches ("the 3 Ds") annually.
Plant in early spring or late fall while the tree is dormant. big-tree plum
Generally not required unless soil is very poor.
10-15 feet (can be trained as single trunk or shrub/hedge) Fruit Size: ~1 inch Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Requirement: Loamy, well-draining soil (pH 6.0-6.8) Based on the search results, "Big Tree Plum"
Canadian plums are not self-fertile. (seedlings rather than clones) for proper fruit set. 5. Pests and Diseases
Plum Tree Planting & Care * Size, Spacing, and Bearing Age: Plum trees can grow up to 20-25 feet tall, and tend to have a thicket- The Farm Between All 15 wild plum trees of North America - HEPPY.org Plant in early spring or late fall while the tree is dormant
Space trees 10 feet apart for a thick hedge, or 20 feet apart for an orchard setup.
Based on the search results, "Big Tree Plum" appears to refer to the ( Prunus nigra ), often called a wild plum or sometimes sloes. These hardy, native trees grow in eastern North America, offering dark-colored branches and plums that vary in color (red, orange, or yellow). Quick Guide: Canadian Plum ( Prunus nigra ) Plant Zones: 1-7 (Very cold hardy)
Remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches ("the 3 Ds") annually.
Plant in early spring or late fall while the tree is dormant.
Generally not required unless soil is very poor.
10-15 feet (can be trained as single trunk or shrub/hedge) Fruit Size: ~1 inch Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Requirement: Loamy, well-draining soil (pH 6.0-6.8)
Canadian plums are not self-fertile. (seedlings rather than clones) for proper fruit set. 5. Pests and Diseases
Plum Tree Planting & Care * Size, Spacing, and Bearing Age: Plum trees can grow up to 20-25 feet tall, and tend to have a thicket- The Farm Between All 15 wild plum trees of North America - HEPPY.org
Space trees 10 feet apart for a thick hedge, or 20 feet apart for an orchard setup.