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Rosaceae
Ornamental Plum
Prunus cerasifera
Beauty and perseverance.
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Genus
- Prunus
- Native to
- Western Asia, Southeast Europe
- Bloom season
- Early Spring
- Type
- Deciduous Tree
- Height
- 15-25 feet
- Sunlight
- Full Sun
- Soil
- Well-drained, Adaptable
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 4-9
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- The popular 'Thundercloud' cultivar features deep purple foliage throughout the growing season.
- Ornamental plum is often one of the very first trees to bloom, sometimes as early as February.
- The small fruits are edible and can be used to make preserves, though they are quite tart.
- The deep purple leaf color is caused by high concentrations of anthocyanin pigments.
- This species is also known as the cherry plum due to its small, cherry-like fruits.
Color meanings
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Promise
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Fidelity
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Beauty