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Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud'

Thundercloud Flowering Plum

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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.