Fruit tree comparisons
 Shropshire Prune | |
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| The definitive English damson, Shropshire Prune has the rich astringent flavour typical of damsons. | |
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Growing
| Damson trees Shropshire Prune | |
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| Gardening skill | Beginner |
| Self-fertility | Self-fertile |
| Flowering group | 3 |
| Pollinating others | Average |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates Mild damp climates |
Using
| Damson trees Shropshire Prune | |
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| Picking season | Mid |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 1 week |
| Cropping | Light |
| Food uses | Culinary |
Problems
| Damson trees Shropshire Prune | |
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| Disease resistance | Good |
Identification
| Damson trees Shropshire Prune | |
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| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Period of origin | 1800 - 1849 |
| Blossom colour | White |
| Fruit colour | Blue - dark |
| Awards | RHS AGM (current) Slow Food - Ark of Taste |