Quick answer: Beach plum (Prunus maritima) is native to 2 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 16 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Medium water, Dry-Moist |
| Soil | Sandy or gravelly soils, salt-tolerant |
| Bloom | Bloom Apr-Jun |
| Height | Up to 8 ft, occasionally 12 ft tall |
| Wildlife value | Birds and wildlife eat fruit, attracts pollinators, special value to native bees |
Partially wilted foliage contains hydrocyanic acid, known to kill livestock that browsed on it. Seeds of all Prunus species contain poisonous substances, should never be eaten; toxicity varies by age/weight/condition, children most vulnerable
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
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