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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 5–8Type TreeClimate Temperate
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — tree with pink blooms

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

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

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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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') — which maintains its vibrant hue throughout the growing season; with a mature height ranging between 15 to 20
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — and its ability to adapt to various soil types
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — which maintains its vibrant hue throughout the growing season
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — offering a vivid display against its delicate white to pale pink blossoms in early spring; such as its showy
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — scientifically known as Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra'; pink flowers in the garden
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — this cultivar provides a compact yet lush addition to garden landscapes
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — commonly known as Black Cherry Plum; this deciduous tree reaches up to 20 feet in height and spans roughly 15
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') — tree for full or half
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — for a harmonious landscape design
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — and providing shaded areas in medium-sized gardens
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — features stunning dark purple leaves that mature into a deep green; it is characterized by its deep purple to
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — you will find the Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra' valuable for its versatile use in creating focal points; it is
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — providing a striking focal point for any landscape design
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — This deciduous tree reaches up to 20 feet in height and spans roughly 15 feet wide; commonly known as Black
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — barring waterlogged conditions
Black Cherry Plum (Prunus Cerasifera 'Nigra') — such as its showy blossoms which attract pollinators; offering a vivid display against its delicate white to
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