Cherry Plum
Common Name: Cherry Plum
Species Name: Prunus cerasifera
Family Name: Rosaceae
Examples of Cherry PlumPrunus cerasifera
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Asia |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | Thrips, Japanese beetle, aphid, scale, mites, leafhopper, canker, rust, black spot and powdery mildew |
ID Characteristics
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 25-foot diameter, 30-foot height
- Leaves: Alternate, simple, ovate or elliptic-obovate, serrate, 1.5-2.5 inches long, 1-1.25 inches wide, pointed apex
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Well-drained, pH adaptable |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 4º |
| Notes | Short-lived tree, fast growth rate |
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