Prunus cerasifera 'Pissardii Nigra', commonly known as the Black Cherry Plum, is a striking deciduous tree renowned for its deep purple foliage and early spring blossoms. This ornamental tree adds year-round interest to gardens and landscapes across the UK.
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Key Features
- Striking Foliage: Emerges as deep red in spring, maturing to a rich purple-black in summer, and turning vibrant red-orange in autumn.
Blossoms: Pale pink to light purple blossoms appear in early spring, often before the leaves, providing an early nectar source for pollinators.
Ornamental Fruit: Produces small, edible, dark red plums in late summer, which are attractive to birds and can be used in preserves.
- Habit: Typically grows to 5–7 metres in height with a similar spread, forming a rounded canopy.
- Growth Rate: Moderate; reaches maturity over 10–20 years.
Prunus cerasifera 'Pissardi Nigra' | Black Cherry Plum
Specification
Details
Botanical Name
Prunus cerasifera 'Pissardii Nigra'
Common Names
Black Cherry Plum, Purple-leaved Plum, Blood Plum
Family
Rosaceae
Origin
Cultivar introduced from Persia to France in the late 19th century; species native to Southeast Europe and Western Asia
