Prunus cerasifera 'Mt St. Helens'

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Plum, Purple Leaf 'Mt. St. Helens'

 
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Description

Mt. St. Helens Plum is a sport of `Newport' that grows faster and leafs out earlier. There is a rich maroon red leaf color on a rounded crown. Has fragrant pale pink flowers that emerge all along branches in spring, sometimes followed by 1" edible plums. It is useful for color contrast in the landscape. Susceptible to cankers and needs full sunlight. -Fort Collins Nursery

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Purple

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Lawn

 

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.