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Keepers Nursery
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Damson trees
The name damson is thought to have been derived from
damascene plum
, in other words plum of Damascus. However the link implied by this name to the Middle East is rather tenuous. Whatever its origins, the damson has become a very traditional British fruit. Its distinctive bitter-sharp flavour and intense purple colour is unique. It makes the most wonderful jams and jellies as well as traditional products such as damson cheese and damson gin. Damson trees are very hardy and grow well throughout almost the entire country. They have a naturally bushy growth habit.
Click here for a guide to choosing damson, cherry plum and bullace trees
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1
Aylesbury Prune
Graft to order
An old traditional damson originating from the Vale of Aylesbury
2
Blue Violet Damson
Pre-order from May
A small mid season damson local to Westmoreland, UK
3
Farleigh Damson
Pre-order from May
Our local variety. A heavy cropping popular small fruited damson.
4
Langley Bullace
Pre-order from May
Despite its name this variety is best regarded as a small damson rather than a bullace
5
Merryweather
Pre-order from May
A very popular large damson regarded by some as a small plum with damson flavour.
6
Shropshire Prune
Pre-order from May
A classic damson considered to be one of the best flavoured.