This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water.
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This tree should only be grown in full sunlight.
It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 30 years. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. Thundercloud Plum will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. Thundercloud Plum is recommended for the following landscape applications
Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration It is a good choice for attracting birds to your yard. This tree will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Thundercloud Plum is bathed in stunning clusters of fragrant pink flowers along the branches in early spring before the leaves. It bears simple, 2-4 long elliptically shaped leaves which are arranged alternately on the shoots. Morphology: This deciduous garden tree grows to height and width of 25’. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition. Cherry plum Thundercloud is a popular ornamental cultivar of Cherry plum with spectacular dark scarlet branches and leaves, reminiscent of the color of a. Thundercloud' flowering plum is grown for its red foliage which is borne on a fast growing and upright-spreading tree.
Thundercloud Plum is a deciduous tree with an upright spreading habit of growth. This tree does not exist in the wild, but it is. The fruits are showy purple drupes displayed in mid summer. The Thundercloud Purple Leaf Plum is a selected variety of the cherry plum, or myrobalan (Prunus cerasifera). The pointy leaves are highly ornamental and turn an outstanding burgundy in the fall. Originated in 1919 by Luther Burbank, it blooms with fragrant pale pink spring flowers, followed by bright red foliage, which turns darker as the season progresses. It has attractive deep purple deciduous foliage. 49.99 SKU M908 Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud' Thundercloud Plum is easily the most popular purple-leaved plum in America, and justly so. Thundercloud Plum is bathed in stunning clusters of fragrant pink flowers along the branches in early spring before the leaves. 27 reviews Images shown are of mature plants See how our plants are shipped to you Add to Cart Add to Yard Planner Have questions Talk with our Plant Experts (800) 973-8959 Gorgeous Colors For Every Yard, Spring Through Autumn The Thundercloud Plum is showy all year long. Other Names: Myrobalan Plum, Pissard PlumĪ stunning accent tree that resembles a cloud of fragrant pink flowers in spring, deep purple foliage all season long makes a bold statement in the landscape, best used as a solitary feature tree or in street plantings
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