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Prunus munsoniana

Also Known As

  • Wild Goose Plum

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-25'
  • W: 20'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Prunus munsoniana plant details

Prunus munsoniana is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus munsoniana

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus munsoniana

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This native 15-20' thicket-former produces 3/4" red (yellow-fleshed) fruit favored by wild geese but also nice in preserves for people: "recommended for size, quality, firmness; productivity" (Peattie). Sun/Med-Wet

Gardening facts about Prunus munsoniana plant

How to Grow Prunus munsoniana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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