Prunus americana
American Plum, Wild Plum
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
5 - 8m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
High
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
Two types of borers influence this species, Lesser Peachtree and Peachtree borer. This species can also be influenced by Black Knot, root rot and fireblight.
Management Notes
May sucker from trunk base