Prunus cerasifera 'Mt St. Helens'
Mt. St. Helens Purple Leaf Plum
Description
Mt. St. Helens Plum is a sport of `Newport' that grows faster and leafs out earlier. There is a rich maroon red leaf color on a rounded crown. Has fragrant pale pink flowers that emerge all along branches in spring, sometimes followed by 1" edible plums. It is useful for color contrast in the landscape. Susceptible to cankers and needs full sunlight. -Fort Collins Nursery
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, 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:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.