DESCRIPTION:

Grafted onto a standard, this tree has dark, purple-black foliage on upright spreading branches. In Spring it has masses of delicate single pink flowers, with prominent stamens. Produces small rounded fruit (cherry plums). Interesting dark brown bark and deep red twigs. Frost tolerant.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:

5 metres x 4 metres

SHAPE:

Upright spreading branches.

FOLIAGE:

Dark, purple-black foliage.

FLOWERS:

Single pink blossom.

COMMENTS:

Plant 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. Provide a firm stake for support. After flowering, prune to an outward pointing bud.

TREE CARE: