Black Cherry Plum Tree | Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra'
The Highlights
- Distinctive colour contrast of deep purple leaves and pale pink flowers
- Stems also accompany the colour scheme of the tree
- Small red berries will attract birds
- Ideal for small spaces growing to 4x4m
- Hardy tree thriving in all but for chalky soils
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™.
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
The Highlights
- Distinctive colour contrast of deep purple leaves and pale pink flowers
- Stems also accompany the colour scheme of the tree
- Small red berries will attract birds
- Ideal for small spaces growing to 4x4m
- Hardy tree thriving in all but for chalky soils
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™.
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
Care Guide
Average Pest/ Disease Resistance
May need protection from caterpillars, leaf-mining moths and bullfinches and be affected by silver leaf, bacterial canker and blossom wilt.MORE
A little watering when new.
When newly planted, the trees would love a little watering at least once a month for the initial couple of months. Afterwards keep moist but well drained.
Full sun
This cherry tree loves full sun exposure or a sheltered location,allowing all the nutrients to create blossom in your garden. When choosing a spot away from strong winds, it will help all the resources to go towards growing the blossom and protection of its display.
Happy in moist and well drained soil but for chalk
Adapts to clay,loam and sandy soil
Prune Annually
Pruning in mid-summer may be required if affected by silver leaf
For more care tips and ideas visit our Knowledge page
Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower