Beach Plum – Prunus maritima Shrub Seeds | 30 Seeds | Hardy Native Edible Fruit Shrub | Salt & Drought Tolerant | Coastal Garden Plant | Zone 3–7

Grow your own hardy native fruit shrub with these Beach Plum (Prunus maritima) seeds. Naturally found along the coastal dunes of the Northeastern United States, this tough yet beautiful shrub produces fragrant white spring blossoms followed by delicious purple plums in late summer.

Beach Plum has been treasured since colonial times for making flavorful jellies, jams, and desserts. While slightly tart when first ripe, the fruit sweetens beautifully and is highly sought after by home gardeners and gourmet cooks alike.

This fast-growing, multi-stemmed shrub is exceptionally tolerant of salt, wind, sandy soils, and drought, making it perfect for coastal gardens, edible landscapes, wildlife habitats, and naturalized plantings. It also provides excellent shelter and food for birds and pollinators.

You will receive:
✔️ 30 Beach Plum seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Beach Plum
Botanical Name: Prunus maritima
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soil; thrives in sandy soils, adaptable to most types
Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 4–8 feet (up to 10 feet when cultivated)
Spread: 4–8 feet; spreads by root suckering
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 3–7
Bloom Time: May
Bloom Color: White
Fruit: 1-inch purple edible plum (late summer)
Container Friendly: Yes, with pruning

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Warm stratify for 30–60 days, then cold stratify for 90–120 days at approximately 40°F in a moist medium. Sow seeds ½ to ¾ inch deep. Keep soil consistently moist during germination for best results.