Hardy Edibles

Rosaceae

osoberry / Indian plum

Oemleria cerasiformis

osoberry / Indian plum

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Survives zone 6 through 8

Varies widely — see species.

Hardiness
Zone 6 to 8
Habit
Shrub
Edible part
Fruit
Ripens
Summer–autumn
Mature size
Varies; dwarfing rootstocks make apple/pear/cherry containerable
Light
PARTIAL (forest understory) — erect in sun, arching in part shade
Soil pH
6.0–7.0 (near-neutral)
Environment
Temperate
Status
Wild
Years to fruit
2–4 yrs
Pollination
DIOECIOUS — needs male and female plants