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Pembina Plum vs Blue Moon Wisteria
Prunus nigra x salicina Pembina
Wisteria macrostachya Blue Moon
Pembina Plum is one of the best-tasting plums that can be planted on the prairies. It is semi-freestone with orange flesh that is soft, juicy, and sweet which contrasts with the thick, sour, dark red skin. The plums can grow up to 5 cm in diameter and are well-suited for fresh eating, baking, and preserves.
They typically ripen in mid to late August and should be picked as soon as they are ripe. If left too long, the fruit will fall off the tree.
Pembina Plum is a hybrid between Canada Plum and Japanese Plum. For fruit production, it needs to be planted with another variety for cross-pollination. Canada Plum and American Plum are considered universal pollinizers.
Blue Moon Wisteria is a striking, flowering vine, and the hardiest of the wisterias. Up to three times in one growing season you can expect showy, fragrant, lavender-blue flowers.
Make sure you plan your site as this vine requires a structure to support its mature weight. Try planting close to a post, trellis, or fence.
Pembina Plum Quick Facts
Blue Moon Wisteria Quick Facts
Toxicity: can be toxic to cats, dogs, and horses when consumed