Deciduous Trees (Flowering) – Cherry Plum Tree

Botanical name: Prunus Cerasifera

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 40 ft in height and 30 ft in width

Bloom time: spring

Hardy zone: zones 5-9

Flower color: pink/white

Foliage color: green/yellow/purple

Growth rate: grows about 2 ft per year

Pruning instructions: trim in the winter during dormancy to maintain desired size and shape

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: specimen piece

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day

Special features: bloom clusters

Watering instructions: likes consistently moist soil but can tolerate short periods of drought

Fertilizing instructions : fertilize with 5-10-10 or 10-15-15 in the early spring to break dormancy

Best time to plant: spring or fall

Best type of soil: loam or sand

Companion plants: lavender, daffodil, marigolds

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets

Invasive species: no