Damson 'Farleigh' on St. Julian | Prunus insititia - Semi-Vigorous - 160-170cm - 12lt

The Damson Fairleigh on St. Julian rootstock is a distinctive fruit tree that produces uniquely flavorful damsons, a specialized variety of plum. This variety is renowned for its small, yet richly flavored fruits, which are typically used in jams, jellies, baking, and also enjoyable when consumed fresh. The St. Julian rootstock imparts semi-dwarfing characteristics to the tree, enabling it to maintain a manageable size, making it highly suitable for smaller garden spaces and allowing for easier harvesting and maintenance.

The St. Julian rootstock is known for its hardiness and adaptability to various soil types, enhancing the tree's overall resilience and productivity. This ensures a substantial and consistent yield of damsons year after year, much to the delight of home gardeners and professional orchardists alike. The fruits exhibit a deep, dark purple hue and have a delicious, sweet-tart flavor profile that is more intense and nuanced than that of common plums.

This combination of Fairleigh damson and St. Julian rootstock is a symbiosis of taste and convenience. It enables gardening enthusiasts to experience the joy of growing and harvesting their fruits, even in limited spaces, while also enjoying the diverse culinary applications of this distinctive fruit variety. The manageable size and versatility of this tree, coupled with the distinctive and highly sought-after flavor of its fruits, make it a valuable addition to diverse landscapes and gardens.

St. Julian rootstock is a semi-vigorous, versatile option for damson trees, providing a medium-sized, hardy base. It’s ideal for domestic gardens, yielding relatively early, generous fruit harvests. It’s resilient to various soil types and conditions, promoting healthy growth and longevity for damson trees.