Species cherry plum

cherry plum

Prunus cerasifera 'Newport'

Cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Newport') is an ornamental tree with abundant clusters of flowers in the spring. This tree is hardy, reliable, and highly disease-resistant. It grows rapidly and can reach heights up to 15 feet tall. Its most striking feature is its dark purple-green foliage with white, fragrant flowers. The cherry plum produces small, sweet fruit that is rich in nectar. The branches of this tree are darkish and elegantly twisted in form, providing attractive contrast to the foliage and flowers. The cherry plum is a great addition to any landscape and is sure to please with its abundant blooms each year.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Budding,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

White to pale pink Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun

Fruits:

red,purple Fruits Ready In Summer

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

High

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

For a cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Newport') to thrive, it should be watered on a regular basis. Watering should be done in the morning and during summer the plant may need watering twice a week. In spring and fall, the plant should be watered once a week and during the winter it should only be watered about every 2 weeks. If the soil feels dry to the touch, then it is time to water the cherry plum. To prevent overwatering, allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure that you are giving the cherry plum adequate drainage as soggy soil can cause root rot.

sunlight

Cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Newport') is a deciduous variety of Cherry Plum and does best when it is exposed to full sunlight. It needs at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight during the spring and summer in order to flower and fruit. During the cooler months, it should receive some morning sun, however, it can also tolerate partial shade. This particular variety is also well-suited for growing in a container, so if you do choose to do this, make sure to keep it in a sunny spot.

pruning

The pruning of the Cherry Plum Tree (Prunus cerasifera 'Newport') should be done annually right after flowering occurs in early spring. This will encourage new growth and a more bushy form of the tree. The tree should not be over pruned or else it will produce shorter branches and less flowers. Pruning the Cherry Plum Tree should focus on removing dead or broken branches and thinning the canopy to open up the tree. This will promote better air circulation, reduce pests and diseases, and encourage flowering. When pruning the Cherry Plum Tree, care should be taken to make clean cuts just outside of the branch collar at a slight angle away from the bud point.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Prunus cerasifera 'Newport' typically starts flowering in April.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting Prunus cerasifera 'Newport' is typically in July or August.

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