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Longforgan Scottish Damson

A late-season Scottish damson with rich, sweet-tart flavor, perfect for jams, jellies, and baking. The small, dark blue fruits cling tightly to the branches.
Basic Information
Species:
Damson
Variety:
Longforgan Scottish
Scientific Name:
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia 'Longforgan'
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
33, 36
Location:
Cramond House 33, 36


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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
A late-season damson with rich, sweet-tart flavor, traditionally used in jams, jellies, and Scottish liqueurs. The wood is hard and close-grained, suitable for small turnings.


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Fun facts:
So iconic it has its own festival in Perthshire.
The pits were once used to make dye.
Folklore claims planting one near a house wards off evil.
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