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Cherry Plum, Purple Plum
Prunus cerasifera
38.6598, -77.4407
Field Notes
Description:
Purple leaf plum grows to approximately 15-25' tall and wide at maturity, and has a rounded shape with pinkish, white flowers.This tree has been used to the point of monotony in landscape plantings.
Habitat:
Native to Asia
hardy to zone 5, and warmer parts of 4
full sun
prefers well-drained, acidic soil
drought tolerant
Notes:
Purple leaf plum is a small deciduous tree commonly planted for its deep reddish-purple leaves and white/pale pink flowers that are among the first to appear in spring. Prone to problems like; aphids, borers, scale, tent caterpillars, canker, leaf spot, black knot...
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PublishedMarch 13, 2012
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