Prunus cerasifera (Cherry Plum) - Image 16

Botanical names: Prunus cerasifera, Prunus divaricata

Common names: Cherry Plum, Myrobalan Plum, St. Lukes Flowering Plum

Family: Rosaceae

Origin: Europe, Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 4-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersThorny or spinyEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Prunus cerasifera (Cherry Plum) pink flower close up on a branch with dark leaves.
Prunus cerasifera (Cherry Plum) flower with five delicate pink petals and thin central stamens.
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