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Prunus mexicana
Also Known As
- Mexican Plum
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 25'
- W: 20'
planting zones
- 6a-8b
Prunus mexicana plant details
Prunus mexicana is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus mexicana
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 20 FT wide, 25 FT tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus mexicana
- USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
In late summer, yellow-to-purple 1" tasty plums follow the fragrant white flowers of spring on this 15-35' tree native to the forest-prairie border of Midwest/SE; in winter you'll appreciate its interesting bark. S-PSh/M/GDr
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Prunus mexicana plant
How to Grow Prunus mexicana
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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