Prunus cerasifera
Cherry Plum, Myrobalan Plum
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:
An easy water-wise improvement in lawn areas is to change high output spray sprinkler nozzles to low-flow rotators.
You'll have less runoff and be less likely to apply more water than is needed.