Prunus americanus
$38.00 / 2G
American Wild Plum ·
Description
Prunus americanus, commonly known as Cherry Laurel, is a woody tree or large shrub valued for its white blooms flowers. It typically matures 3–12 feet tall and 3–10 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Central and eastern North America, from southern Canada to the central and eastern United States. Its flowers can provide seasonal forage for bees and other beneficial insects. In the landscape, it works well in specimen plantings, mixed borders, and foundation plantings. Good siting and appropriate moisture help maintain its best form through the season.
Benefits
Provides durable landscape structure, screening or specimen value, and seasonal interest.
| Prunus americanus | |
| Cherry Laurel | |
| Locally Native | |
| Central and eastern North America, from southern Canada to the central and eastern United States | |
| No |
| 3 - 12 | |
| 3 - 10 |