- 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
