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Prunus americana

American plum, wild plum

American plum grows either as a tree or a shrub, thriving in a range of well-drained soils and forming suckering colonies. Perfect for hedgerows, this beautifully flowering, suckering species produces fruit palatable to humans and wildlife, and supports or hosts over 400 species of butterflies and moths.

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Height: 4-10 ft
Spread: 4-12 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
Ornamental Interest
Summer Fruit
Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Host Plant
Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Attracts Bees
Tolerance
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Edible
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Naturalize
Rain Garden
Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Purple to Black Fruit
Red Fruit


North American Distribution