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Prunus cerasifera

Cherry Plum, Myrobalan Plum

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

30-35 feet high, equal width. Pure white flowers, tiny sweet but bland fruit. Often used a rootstock.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Purple

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Lawn

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.