Beach Plum (Prunus maritima) trees Ripens: Early AugustSize: Up to

Ripens: Early AugustSize: Up to 2 ½ inches (5 cm)Cold hardiness zone: 2

Viking Chokeberry displays clusters of small white to pale pink flowers that attract pollinators

if picked slightly underripe

and long lived

or all-purpose cooking rather than fresh eating

Beach Plum (Prunus maritima) trees Ripens: Early AugustSize: Up toA native plum species that isn't common on the Canadian prairies, Prunus maritima is more common on the east coast, native to sandy coastal areas of eastern North America. The fruit are small purple plums with a tart flavour often used for jam, jelly, and wine. Grows 3 to 7 feet tall with a dense rounded habit. White blossoms open in spring before the leaves. Tolerant of poor soils, drought, and salt spray which makes it useful for coastal planting