Purpleleaf Plum

Prunus cerasifera 'Atropurpurea'

 

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This deciduous flowering tree is rounded with spreading branches. Showy white flowers bloom before reddish-purple foliage appears.

Light: Grows best in full sun.
Growth: Fast-growing shrubby tree grows 15-30' high and 15-25' wide.
Uses: Use as a specimen, in groupings, or foundation plantings.
Tips: Excellent for diverse color in the landscape. Prefers well-drained soil. Prune after flowering.
Growth Rate: Fast-growing shrubby tree grows 15-30' high and 15-25' wide.