Cherry plum
Prunus cerasifera
Cherry plum is a fast-establishing ornamental tree that performs best in full sun to partial shade with regular watering during its first few seasons. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Its early-spring blossoms are a valuable food source for pollinators, and the small plum-like fruits attract birds.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 600″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
180″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply To Encourage Deep Root Growth, Then Allow Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Before Rewatering
Soil pH
5.5 – 6.5
Temperature
-40° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 360″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 5, 2019 by jose (cc-by-sa)
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