Beach Plum – Prunus maritima Shrub Seeds | 60 Seeds | Hardy Native Edible Fruit Shrub | Salt & Drought Tolerant | Coastal Garden Plant | Zone 3–7

Establish your own hardy coastal fruit patch with these Beach Plum (Prunus maritima) seeds. Native to the Northeastern United States, this resilient deciduous shrub produces fragrant white spring blossoms followed by flavorful purple plums in late summer.

Beach Plum has been valued since colonial times for its rich, tangy fruit used in homemade jellies, jams, and gourmet desserts. The fruit starts tart and ripens to a pleasantly sweet flavor. Beyond its edible appeal, this shrub is highly ornamental and provides important food and shelter for wildlife.

Exceptionally tolerant of salt spray, wind, sandy soils, and drought, Beach Plum is perfect for coastal gardens, edible landscapes, naturalized borders, and habitat plantings. This larger seed quantity is ideal for property borders, restoration projects, or creating a productive fruiting hedge.

You will receive:
✔️ 60 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 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. Maintain consistent moisture during germination for best results.