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Prunus X blireiana

Red Tip Flowering Plum

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This hybrid plant, which grows to a size of 25' high and 20' wide, has long, slender branches and reddish purple leaves which turn to a greenish bronze color in the summer. The fragrant, pink to rose flowers double from February to April. There is very little, if any fruit produced by this tree. It is one of the most adaptable, medium sized flowering trees for lawn, patio, terrace or street tree usage. The blireiana grows especially well in planters and large tubs.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Pink, Red

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Purple, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

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

n/a

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter, Street Tree

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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.