{"product_id":"plum-american-potted","title":"Plum, American (Potted)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmerican plum serves as a versatile addition to the landscape, providing both edible fruits and critical wildlife support. We provide this tree as potted stock grown in root-prune pouches. This production method supports a fibrous root system, allowing for successful transplanting throughout the growing season. It is an ideal option for adding specific specimens to orchards or native plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrunus americana\u003c\/em\u003e displays large, fragrant white blossoms that transition into red fruit by late summer. Beyond its role as a fruit producer, it acts as a valuable pollinator magnet and a host plant for butterflies such as the red spotted purple, Eastern tiger swallowtail, and coral hairstreak. The tree also offers dense cover for nesting birds. Its genetic traits make it a compatible rootstock for various peaches and plums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlum species are well-suited for creating windbreaks or managing erosion through its natural suckering habit. It thrives in moist, loamy soils and tolerates flooding, making it a poor candidate for dry, drought-prone areas. For optimal health and fruit set, locate this tree in full sun. American plum typically reaches 15–20 feet in height with a spread of 10–15 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur potted stock minimizes root circling, promoting better integration into the surrounding soil after planting. This format offers a practical solution for establishing disease-resistant native fruit trees during the active season. With proper watering and site selection, American plum will develop into a lasting resource for local ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arthur's Point Farm","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":42482309726279,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":42482309759047,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/9571\/5399\/files\/APF_431510999-close-up-of-a-blossom-from-a-prunus-americana-commonly-called-the-american-plum-and-wild-plum-during-spring-selective-focus-background-and-foreground-blur-1200_922e4b02.jpg?v=1770190952","url":"https:\/\/arthurspointfarm.com\/products\/plum-american-potted","provider":"Arthur's Point Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}