Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud'

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer:

Description

This deciduous tree grows to 25' tall with a 20' spread. The single flowers are light pink, blooming in spring. 'Thundercloud' has a dense, round form, which is great for small front and back yards. It has deep purple foliage until it changes to bronze in the fall.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Purple

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.