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Black Cherry Plum

Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra'

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Overview

The Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra', commonly known as Black Cherry Plum, features stunning dark purple leaves that mature into a deep green, offering a vivid display against its delicate white to pale pink blossoms in early spring. This deciduous tree reaches up to 20 feet in height and spans roughly 15 feet wide, providing a striking focal point for any landscape design. It thrives in full sun and adapts well to varying soil types.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — commonly known as Black Cherry Plum
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — features stunning dark purple leaves that mature into a deep greenBlack Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — offering a vivid display against its delicate white to pale pink blossoms in early springBlack Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — This deciduous tree reaches up to 20 feet in height and spans roughly 15 feet wideBlack Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — It thrives in full sun and adapts well to varying soil typesBlack Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — providing a striking focal point for any landscape designBlack Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — scientifically known as Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra'+35

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
15–20 Ft.
Mature width
10–15 Ft.

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — commonly known as Black Cherry Plum
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — features stunning dark purple leaves that mature into a deep green
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — offering a vivid display against its delicate white to pale pink blossoms in early spring
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — This deciduous tree reaches up to 20 feet in height and spans roughly 15 feet wide
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — It thrives in full sun and adapts well to varying soil types
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — providing a striking focal point for any landscape design
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — scientifically known as Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra'
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — With a mature height ranging between 15 to 20 feet and a spread of roughly 15 to 20 feet
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — this cultivar provides a compact yet lush addition to garden landscapes
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — is a striking ornamental tree cherished for its early spring beauty and modest size
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — and providing shaded areas in medium-sized gardens
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — which maintains its vibrant hue throughout the growing season
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — you will find the Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra' valuable for its versatile use in creating focal points
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — It is characterized by its deep purple to almost black foliage
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — emphasize the Black Cherry Plum's ornamental features
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — It is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8 and is relatively low-maintenance
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — This deciduous tree prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to ensure the richest leaf coloration
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — barring waterlogged conditions
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — for a harmonious landscape design
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — and its ability to adapt to various soil types
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — such as its showy blossoms which attract pollinators
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — tree for full or half
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — pink flowers in the garden
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — tree with pink blooms

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