Prunus spinosa

Blackthorn

Sloe Bush

£6.00

10 in stock

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Description

GROWING NICELY, READY FOR SALE MAY/JUNE 2025

1 Litre Pot.

A small thorny deciduous native tree or small bush with dark green, ovate leaves, and small white flowers in early spring, followed by ovoid, bloomy black fruits, excellent for Sloe Gin making.

Likes any moist but well drained soil in full sun/partial shade.

Ideal for a larger garden (or keep under control), coastal and  wildlife gardens, or can be used as hedging.

If left unchecked, it can produce suckers both upwards and outwards which may become a nuisance, so removal of these is advised unless you require a solid thick

Height 2-5m-4  x Spread 2.5-4m