Sloe (Prunus spinosa)
Sloe (Prunus spinosa)
The sloe of course, is a much loved and much used native.
Well known for its masses of white flowers in the spring hedgerows, the sloe
is also called blackthorn or white thorn (depending on what time of year it is), and has an ancient tradition of use.
Obviously well adapted to life in the UK, no wildlife garden or hedge should be without one. Much used in the making of country wines and the flavouring of gin.