American Plum (Prunus americana)
American Plum (Prunus americana)
Prunus americana
Commonly known as American plum, is a small deciduous tree or shrub native to North America. Known for its showy white flowers in early spring, it adds beauty to landscapes and provides early-season nectar for pollinators. The tree produces small, edible red to yellow plums that are enjoyed by wildlife and humans alike. Thriving in various soils, American plum is often used in hedgerows, naturalized plantings, and erosion control, offering ornamental value and ecological benefits.
Origin: Native
Current Sale Size: 12 - 18”, bare root seedling
Growth Rate: Medium (13 - 24” / yr.)
Soils: Average to well-drained soils
Moisture: Dry to Mesic
Shade Tolerance: Sun to Part Shade
Mature Height: 15 - 25 ft.
Mature Spread: 15 - 25 ft.
Deer Damage Potential: Medium
Uses: Fall color, showy flower, wildlife, pollinators
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