Prunus americana #3
Prunus americana #3
American Plum
Fragrant spring blossoms, edible fruit
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NATIVE - Showy white flowers emerge before foliage. Edible fruit follows in mid-summer, maturing an elegant peach-pink. Fruit is sweet when fully ripe. Makes excellent jelly or jam. Forms dense thickets. Great for butterflies, birds and other wildlife. Tolerates diverse conditions.
Botanical Name- Prunus americana
Pronunciation- PROO-nus uh-mair-ih-KAY-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 25 ft
Mature Height- 20 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average, moist, well-drained soil
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants-
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C8
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune flowering varieties after bloom; water deeply in dry spells and watch for pests.
Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for fruiting types. Clay soil should be amended to prevent standing water.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Peach leaf curl, black knot, aphids
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