Question From:
Lynne in Cudal, Cudal NSW
Nature of problem:
not really a problem, but this year my ornamental plum has cross pollinated with my Santa Anna plum and the ornamental is full of fruit. Is it edible? raw or cooked or both?
Type of Plant (if known):
I don’t know what the variety of plum, it has a green leaf and is a standard and it get masses and masses of whitish pink blossoms in spring.
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
none
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
rocky
How often do you water the plant:
once a week in summer
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
all day
What type of plant is it:
the tag said standard prunus only
How long since you planted it:
It’s was 7 years ago
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
once a year
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoor
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
in ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
it gets seasol a couple times per year
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Other Comments:
Answer: Hi Lynne, Ornamental plums do produce fruit. How good they might taste is another thing. I have never cooked or eaten them, but let me know how they taste if you do try. Don
