Bounty Plum (Prunus nigra)

Bred at Morden Research Station, Manitoba, Canada. Prunus nigra native species, northernmost plum in North America (Maine to Manitoba prairies). One of hardiest plums, glossy black bark, dark green foliage turning yellow in fall.

Oval clingstone fruit 1.5 in diameter, dark red skin with waxy bluish bloom, orange-yellow flesh. Tart/astringent skin, sweet juicy flesh, good for jams, jellies, fresh eating. Ripens late August. Requires Prunus americana or hybrid plum pollinator. Early bloomer, excellent pollinizer for Perfection, Brookgold, Ptitsin series.