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Prunus americana

American Plum (Wild Plum)

A small tree or large shrub with an upright, broad spreading crown and bearing white flowers displayed over the green foliage. Fall brings yellow to red foliage and edible, red fruit.

  • »  Upright, broad, spreading crown
  • »  Clusters of white flowers
  • »  Flowers are followed by small, edible, round, red plums
  • »  Green summer foliage turns yellow and then to red in the fall
  • »  Bloom Time: Early spring

1gal
$31.50
  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:6-8 m
  • Spread:4-5 m
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
Full Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Average to Dry Soils
Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
Slow
Flowering Time
Early Spring
Habit
Rounded
Upright
Foliage Color
Green
Red
Yellow
Landscape uses
Naturalizing
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Prunus americana

Native to Ontario and parts of North America.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Prunus americana

While the fruit is edible, the quality is somewhat poor. This plant has more value as an ornamental tree, and for attracting birds.