Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud'
Thundercloud Purple Leaf Plum
Description
This deciduous tree grows to 25' tall with a 20' spread. The single flowers are light pink, blooming in spring. 'Thundercloud' has a dense, round form, which is great for small front and back yards. It has deep purple foliage until it changes to bronze in the fall.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Purple
Bark Color
Brown
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
English Cottage, Seascape, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn
Special Uses
Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.