A small deciduous tree carrying double rose-pink blossoms in early spring followed by coppery-purple foliage that holds its colour through the warmer months. A popular suburban feature.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 5 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Flowering Plum
Botanically, Prunus ×blireana is a moderate-growing tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 5 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and purple-toned foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring and winter.
Where to grow Flowering Plum
Flowering Plum suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Flowering Plum does best in loamy and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Flowering Plum is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Flowering Plum after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Flowering Plum in the garden
Flowering Plum earns its place for a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Flowering Plum with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Flowering Plum
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