Cherry Plum 'Krauter Vesuvius', Krauter Vesuvius Cherry Plum, Krauter Vesuvius Myrobalan plum
A very popular ornamental landscape tree, Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’ (Cherry Plum) is a medium-sized, round-headed deciduous tree with a striking presence in the landscape, whether in bloom or not. This plum tree boasts some of the darkest purple leaves and twigs. Emerging deep red in spring, the serrate, elliptic leaves turn dark reddish-purple in the summer and retain their striking color throughout the growing season. Opening from deep pink buds in mid-spring, masses of bowl-shaped, single, pale pink flowers smother the bare branches and create a terrific floral display. Since the leaves appear while the flowers are still open, their dark color creates a splendid contrast with the pale pink flowers. The blossoms give way to small reddish and edible fruits that attract birds and other wildlife.
Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Prunus - Flowering Cherry Tree |
Common names | Plum, Cherry Plum |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), |
Height | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Spread | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | High |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Attracts | Birds, Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Japanese Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Plant Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Prunus - Flowering Cherry Tree |
Common names | Plum, Cherry Plum |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), |
Height | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Spread | 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | High |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Fruit & Berries |
Attracts | Birds, Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Japanese Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’ (Cherry Plum) do I need for my garden?
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Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’ (Cherry Plum) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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