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Common Plum

Prunus Domestica

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Overview

Prunus domestica, or Common Plum, is a deciduous tree that thrives in well-drained soil with full sun, reaching up to 20 feet in height and spread. This coveted cultivar produces fragrant flowers in early spring, followed by an abundant crop of juicy fruits by late summer. Its lush foliage adds vibrant greenery, turning yellow in the fall. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, it's perfect for garden focal points and edible landscapes.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Common Plum (Prunus Domestica) — Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, it's perfect for garden focal points and edible landscapes

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (146)

Common Plum (Prunus Domestica) — creating a rounded canopy that provides ample shade; an anchor in a mixed border, image 141
Common Plum (Prunus Domestica) — is a deciduous tree that offers both aesthetic appeal and delightful fruit; by mid to late summer, the foliage, image 139

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