Plant Information

Common name: American Plum

Scientific name: Prunus americana

Water usage: Low to moderate

Sun exposure: Full, part sun

Fire resistant: No

Wildlife: Attracts pollinators, birds, small mammals  

Native: Yes

Height: 10 to 20 feet

Spread: 15 to 20 feet

Care information

Can form thickets, but can be pruned. Needs rocky/variable soil, edible fruit is produced, showy flowers