Prunus cerasifera

Caucasus.

Cherry plum is a bushy and densely growing small tree. It usually reaches a height of 5 - 8 m and is approx. 4 - 6 m wide.

The shoots of Prunus cerasifera are spiny, green-brown in colour.

Attractive yellow autumn colouring.

Black bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The white, cupped flowers appear from March to April. These grow to about 2 - 3 cm in size.

Prunus cerasifera is a deep-rooter and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Cherry plum has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Bee pasture, bird food plant

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- Fruit trees planted in spring must be watered generously throughout the summer. Well-rooted plants only require additional water in extremely dry conditions.
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).