It’s easy to confuse the Flatwoods plum with the Chickasaw, but there are a few main differences between the two. The Flatwoods plum doesn’t send out as many suckers as the Chickasaw, making them a better choice for gardeners who prefer a tidier look. They also fruit in late summer and early fall, unlike Chickasaw’s spring and early summer harvest. Flatwoods plums are more bitter than the Chickasaw and are more often used in jams and jellies instead of eaten fresh.
Flatwoods plum is also known as hog plum because they’re sometimes used as animal feed. Don’t let this dissuade you – this is still a cool specimen to add to your Florida garden. The Flatwood’s plum is a stunner when flowering and attracts a huge amount of pollinators.
