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Prunus Americana 7 Prunus Americana 5 Prunus Americana 3 Prunus Americana 2 Prunus Americana 1 Prunus Americana Prunus Americana 10 Prunus Americana Main

Prunus americana

Common Name: American Plum

American Plum is a small, thicket-forming tree or large shrub growing 10 to 25 feet tall. It produces fragrant white flowers in spring and edible red plum fruit in summer. It is found in woodland edges, savannas, and roadsides throughout Minnesota. It provides excellent habitat and food for pollinators and birds. In landscapes, it is valued for hedgerows, wildlife plantings, and as a native ornamental for its spring bloom and fall color.

Characteristics

Product Form Tree/Shrub
Type Woody
Sun Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Soil Clay, Loam, Sand/Gravel, Calcareous
Moisture Dry, Mesic, Wet
Average Max Height (Feet) 13
Suggested Plant Spacing (Feet) 12
Bloom month(s) May
Bloom Color or Type White
Dominance Medium

Range Maps

Prunus Americana Usa Map
Prunus Americana Mn Map

Planting Information

Dig a hole in your planting site slightly larger than the plant’s root system. When placing the plant into the hole, ensure that the soil line remains consistent with its original level in the pot. Fill in around the roots with the excavated soil, gently firming it to eliminate air pockets. Water the plant thoroughly the same day to promote successful establishment.
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