Indian Plum – Osoberry – Bare Root
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Oemleria cerasiformis
Size/Zone: Bare root 12 – 18″
Sun: Prefers full sun, can tolerate sun or some shade
Soil Conditions: Dry to moist soil
Special Uses: Supports pollinators, birds, hummingbirds
One of the first plants to bloom (Jan or Feb). White flowers yield small purple edible plums. Highly sought by birds. (Also known by the common name Indian Plum.)
Habitat Notes: Prefers moist, but well drained sites along streambanks. Will grow in sun or shade. Plant in understory of mature forest or in open field and it should fare well unless it gets too dry. Suckering habit.
ID Notes: Upright, multi-stemmed. Drooping, white flower clusters will open in early spring before leaves open. Leaves are oblong and soft. Produces cherry like fruit which starts out orange and turns reddish-purple. Can be considered a small tree.
Caring for Your Bare Root Plants
| Height at 20 yrs. | 12 ft. | Deer Browse | Low |
| Mature Height | 12 ft. | Wildlife Value | High |
| Growth Rate | Rapid | Timber Value | N/A |
| Lifespan | Long | Resprout Ability | Yes |
| Moisture Use | Moderate | Hardiness | High |
| Drought Tolerance | Low-Moderate | ||
| Sun Tolerance | High |
Wildflower Native Plant Database
Photo Credits: The Wild Garden, www.nwplants.com
