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. Thundercloud is purple-leaved cultivar that typically grows as a dense, upright-spreading tree to 15-25 tall. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. 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’. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. Thundercloud' flowering plum is grown for its red foliage which is borne on a fast growing and upright-spreading tree.
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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. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one. 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 is a deciduous tree with an upright spreading habit of growth. 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. 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. Thundercloud Plum is a deciduous tree with an upright spreading habit of growth. The fruits are showy purple drupes displayed in mid summer.
The pointy leaves are highly ornamental and turn an outstanding burgundy in the fall. It has attractive deep purple deciduous foliage. Thundercloud Plum is bathed in stunning clusters of fragrant pink flowers along the branches in early spring before the leaves. Thundercloud' flowering plum is grown for its red foliage which is borne on a fast growing and upright-spreading tree.
Useful in all areas of landscape: lawn, patio, and terrace. Pale pink, single blooms blanket the stems in the spring before the foliage emerges. 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 Prunus cerisifera Thundercloud, or Thundercloud purple-leaf plum, is a popular ornamental landscape tree in western Oregon and temperate climates. A stunning landscape specimen with splendid coppery purple foliage that holds its color into fall. Downy Mildew of Impatiens in Home Gardens.
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