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We received some Flatwoods Plum on Mar 11, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Mar 11, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Flatwoods Plum
A deciduous native small tree or large shrub found in North and Central Florida hammocks and woodlands, with a short thickened trunk and dense, flat-topped crown. In early spring before leaves emerge, the entire crown erupts with masses of white flowers, followed by small purple-black edible fruits.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained, Moist
Care essentials
Grows in full sun to partial shade; full sun encourages the best flowering and fruiting display, though afternoon shade on sandy NE Florida soils helps retain soil moisture and reduces irrigation needs.
Moderate drought tolerance once established; supplement irrigation during dry periods, especially in sandy soils. Young trees benefit from regular watering until roots are established.
Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils including NE Florida's sandy loams; not particular about pH. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; no heavy feeding required for established plants.
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Common questions
Is Flatwoods Plum a good plant for St. Augustine?
Flatwoods Plum is a tree. Mature size: 12-20 feet × 12-20 feet. Light: Full Sun, Part Shade. Water needs: Low to Moderate. Flatwoods Plum is native to Florida. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.