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Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'

Krauter Vasuvius Flowering Plum

Plant photo of: Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'
Information by:         Photographer: Seatree Nursery

 

Description

The 'Krauter Vesuvius' is a smaller growing, flowering plum that grows to 18' high by 12' wide. Its leaves are purple-black throughout the growing season, and the flowers have a light pink color.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Width Range

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Purple

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers