Purple Leaf Plum

‘Krauter Vesuvius’ Cherry Plum(Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’)Native to Southwest AsiaThis plum tree species is well-known for its burgundy-purple foliage that is present in spring through fall. While it is a plum tree, the fruit is often small or nonexistent. This purple-leafed plum tree is grown for its foliage, not its fruit. Pale pink flowers appear in spring, with the dark-colored foliage soon following. There are many varieties of cherry plum, and ‘Krauter Vesuvius’ is the most drought-tolerant, handling hot, dry summers well. The tree here is framed by golden bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) on the left and coral bark Japanese maple (Acer palmatum ‘Sango-kaku’) on the right.Where it will grow: Hardy to minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 29 degrees Celsius (zones 5 to 9)Water requirement: Moderate; water to 2 to 3 feet every 10 to 14 days in summer, every two to three weeks in spring and fall, and monthly in winter. In the low desert, water weekly in summer and every 10 to 12 days in spring and fall.Light requirement: Full sun to filtered shade (full sun is needed for maximum purple color)Mature size: 15 to 20 feet tall and wide; smaller cultivars are availablePlanting notes: Plant in well-drained soil; any pruning should be done in winter when the tree is dormant.

‘Krauter Vesuvius’ Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’) Native to Southwest Asia This plum tree species is well-known for its burgundy-purple foliage that is present in spring through fall. While it is a plum tree, the fruit is often small or nonexistent. This purple-leafed plum tree is grown for its foliage, not its fruit. Pale pink flowers appear in spring, with the dark-colored foliage soon following. There are many varieties of cherry plum, and ‘Krauter Vesuvius’ is the most drought-tolerant, handling hot, dry summers well. The tree here is framed by golden bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) on the left and coral bark Japanese maple (Acer palmatum ‘Sango-kaku’) on the right. Where it will grow: Hardy to minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit, or minus 29 degrees Celsius (zones 5 to 9) Water requirement: Moderate; water to 2 to 3 feet every 10 to 14 days in summer, every two to three weeks in spring and fall, and monthly in winter. In the low desert, water weekly in summer and every 10 to 12 days in spring and fall. Light requirement: Full sun to filtered shade (full sun is needed for maximum purple color) Mature size: 15 to 20 feet tall and wide; smaller cultivars are available Planting notes: Plant in well-drained soil; any pruning should be done in winter when the tree is dormant.

I would love to have most color contrast from foliage since flowers don't last very long, and flowering plants require more maintenance as opposed to shrubs and trees. We had two gorgeous plums in the back before, and when trimmed properly worked well except for THE FRUIT!! If there was any way to guarantee a nonfruiting variety i'd be up for that.

Krauter Vesuvius’ Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’) Native to Southwest Asia This plum tree species is well-known for its burgundy-purple foliage that is present in spring through fall. While it is a plum tree, the fruit is often small or nonexistent. This purple-leafed plum tree is grown for its foliage, not its fruit. Pale pink flowers appear in spring, with the dark-colored foliage soon following. There are many varieties of cherry plum, and ‘Krauter Vesuvius’ is the most drought-tolerant, handling hot, dry summers well.

Purple Leaf Plum with Japanese maple on right

Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'

‘Krauter Vesuvius’ Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’) Native to Southwest Asia This plum tree species is well-known for its burgundy-purple foliage that is present in spring through fall. While it is a plum tree, the fruit is often small or nonexistent. This purple-leafed plum tree is grown for its foliage, not its fruit. Pale pink flowers appear in spring, with the dark-colored foliage soon following. There are many varieties of cherry plum, and ‘Krauter Vesuvius’ is the most drought-tolerant, handling hot, dry summers well. The tree here is framed by golden bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) on the left and coral bark Japanese maple (Acer palmatum ‘Sango-kaku’) on the right. Where it will grow: Hardy to minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit,