Damson

bullace. The bullace is a variety of plum. It bears edible fruit similar to those of the damson, and like the damson is considered to… Read More »What Fruit Is Like A Damson?

Generally Damsons are more elongated than Bullaces, which are usually round and Damsons are slightly less tart. In the wild though it can be very… Read More »What Is The Difference Between Bullace And Damson?

Damsons are not difficult to grow. They will come true from a stone and will produce fruit within 15 years. How do you germinate damson… Read More »Can I Grow A Damson Tree From A Stone?

Damson stones contain the cyagenic glycoside amygdaline, a toxin that can lead to cyanide poisoning if taken in quantity (how much?) – don’t eat lots… Read More »Are Damson Stones Poisonous?

Damson plums (also called Italian prune plums or Empress Plums) for Austrian plum cake. What are Italian plums called? What are Italian plums? Italian plums,… Read More »Is A Damson Plum The Same As An Italian Plum?

Some varieties of damson, however, such as “Merryweather”, are sweet enough to eat directly from the tree, and most are palatable raw if allowed to… Read More »Can Damsons Be Sweet?

Since most damson plums are “clingstone,” it might be difficult to separate the stone from the fruit. If the pits are very stubborn, you can… Read More »Can You Cook Damsons With The Stones In?

Damsons also contain a high amount of pectin so there is no need to add in pectin or lemon juice to help achieve a good… Read More »Do Damson Stones Contain Pectin?

(If you are using frozen damsons, let them thaw partially, then remove them with a cherry pitter). Add 300ml/10½fl oz of water and bring to… Read More »Can I Use Frozen Damsons To Make Jam?

Merryweather damson Merryweather is one of the most widely-grown of all damson varieties, being easy to grow, and producing good crops of classic damson-flavoured fruit.… Read More »What Is The Best Damson Variety?