Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00002027
11/12/99

Prunus nigra--Canada Plum


Hardiness Zones: 2 to 5
Height: 25 ft Spread: 15 ft Form: upright
Type: deciduous tree
Annual Growth Rate: less than 12 inches
Flowers: White
Fruits: Red

Comments: Canada Plum is a hardy native tree bearing white
flowers in the spring. These are followed by red fruits
in late summer. The species is usually not used in
landscapes.

Cultivars:
'Princess Kay' - This dwarf cultivar (Vis. 1) will be 15
feet tall and 10 feet wide. The double, white flowers
are produced in early spring. These are followed by
red fruit in late summer.

References for Cultivars: Bailey Nurseries 1999, J. Frank
Schmidt and Son 1999.


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