Wild Plum Here

Showy, fragrant white flowers with five petals appear in early spring (April–May) before leaves arrive.

Dark brown to gray, becoming scaly with horizontal, raised, light-colored pores (lenticels) on younger branches. wild plum

Ripe plums fall easily to the ground or come off with a gentle tap. Place a sheet under the tree to collect them easily. Storage: They can be frozen, dried, or cooked immediately. 3. Culinary Uses & Processing Showy, fragrant white flowers with five petals appear

Small, bushy tree or shrub, usually 6–20 feet tall, often forming dense, thorny clonal thickets. Place a sheet under the tree to collect them easily

This guide covers the identification, foraging, and utilization of the ( Prunus americana ), a versatile native fruit often found in thickets across North America. 1. Identification Guide (Prunus americana)

Late summer to early fall (mid-August to September).