Features
Small white flowers in late spring; leaves are gray green in summer; sweet, edible, purplish black fruits.
Scientific Name
Prunus besseyi
Last Review
Culture
Full sun; moist, well-drained soils best; tolerant of alkaline soils.
Notes
This species tends to be short lived (usually less than 20 years).
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
4.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
6.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
4.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Broad spreading due to suckering
Native Regions, Text
United States
Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
362