Nigra flowering cherry plum
Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra flowering'
RHS AGM (current)
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Spreading / flat-topped
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink - light
- Foliage color
- Dark purple
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Nigra flowering' cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra flowering') is a tree for borders, specimen planting, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Light pink, fragrant flowers open from early to late spring. The dark purple leaves add rich color, and the spreading, flat-topped crown grows at a moderate pace. Bees, butterflies, and birds visit it.
Pairs well with Bloodgood Japanese maple, Foxglove, and Ornamental onion.