PLUM

Flowering Plum Elvins

Prunus Elvins

DESCRIPTION:

This small deciduous tree is spectacular in bloom. In mid Spring the branches are completely covered with masses of white flowers which turn to a pretty pink before the foliage appears. A very attractive specimen tree.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:

3 metres x 3 metres

SHAPE:

Upright spreading habit

FOLIAGE:

Dark green leaves

FLOWERS:

Masses of white single flowers which turn to a pretty pink.

COMMENTS:

A very attractive specimen tree.

TREE CARE:

Plant in full sun in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.