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Prunus spinosa is a dense, spiny deciduous shrub native to Europe and western Asia. It produces small white flowers in spring followed by blue-black sloe berries in autumn, which are traditionally used for making sloe gin and other preserves.
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybugs, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check — plant ChervilExcellent, EndiveExcellent and Forget-me-notExcellent nearby.Water: Medium · Height: 300 cm · Soil: Tolerates a wide range of soils, including poor and chalky soils. Prefers well-drained conditions.
Prunus besseyi
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Shares Blackthorn's vulnerability to aphids — same companion strategies apply
Rubus × loganobaccus
fruitA fellow Rosaceae — similar growing habits to Blackthorn
Salvia "Amistad"
flowerAttracts the same parasitic wasps as Blackthorn, keeping pests in check
Salvia "Love and Wishes"
flowerThrives in the same full sun, moderate water conditions as Blackthorn
These three thrive alongside Blackthorn — and alongside each other.
