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If they are damsons and they are ripe(soft) then they are edible.
Damsons typically ripen in late summer to early autumn, usually from August to September. The exact timing can vary slightly depending on the climate and specific growing conditions of the region. When fully ripe, damsons are dark purple or blue and have a sweet-tart flavor.
Damsons are typically harvested in late summer to early autumn, with the peak picking time usually occurring in September. The exact timing can vary depending on the climate and specific variety, but this month is generally when the fruit reaches optimal ripeness for picking.
Damsons are a type of plum, while sloes are the fruit of the blackthorn bush. Damsons are larger and juicier, often used for cooking and eating fresh, while sloes are smaller and more bitter, commonly used to make sloe gin and other alcoholic beverages.
There is some doubt that King Arthur ever existed. But, according to the legend, he gathered together knights who were virtuous, chivalrous and knightly in their behaviour, especially towards damsons in distress.
Damsons are ready to eat once they turn a dark blue with a greyish bloom. Also, a good indicator is that the damson is soft to the touch. A taste would also confirm whether the damson is ready.
A drupe fruit is a fruit with a fleshy outer skin surrounding an inner stone - it is a category of fruit, not a single fruit in particular. The 'Drupe' family includes plums, damsons, apricots, cherries, olives, mangos, nectarines and peaches.
One type of plum that has nine letters is "damson." Damsons are a variety of plum known for their distinctive tart flavor and are often used in jams and cooking. They are small, dark purple, or blue fruits and are popular in European cuisine.
Look for the following signs: * come readily away from the tree when gently pulled. * purple skin * fall from the tree if it is gently shaken - careful, as they bruise easily. * insides yellow and juicy with sweet taste. * feel slightly firm if pressed, not hard.
My chocolate labrador can't keep away from them and produces huges quantities of black poo, liberally peppered with berries, but no other side effects. She also eats fushia pods, windfall apples, sloes, blackberries, plums and damsons.
Yes, there are dark blue fruits, one notable example being the blueberry. Other examples include blackcurrants and damsons, which are also dark blue in color. These fruits are not only visually appealing but are also packed with antioxidants and nutrients.
There are a vast array, in general you'll find Blackberries, black and red currants, gooseberries, loganberries, raspberries, strawberries, tayberries,Rhubarb, apples, pears, plums, grapes, damsons,gages.Plus we have the hot houses and culturing centres that grow more exotic fruit in controlled environments