Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud'
Thundercloud Flowering Plum
Description
25' tall with a 20' spread. The single flowers are light pink to white in color. Dense, round form. Deep purple foliage all summer. 1" red fruit. Bronze fall color. -Blue Heron Farm
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Lawn
Special Uses
Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
In the fall, unless it is very hot outside, you can reduce your total watering time by 1/2.
Do not reduce run times, reduce the number of watering days.