Krauter’s Vesuvius Plum

Scientific Name: Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter’s vesuvius’
Zone: 4-9
Mature Height: 20 ft
Mature Width: 15 ft
Fruit: Rarely produces
Flowers: Showy light pink
Bloom Time: Spring
Growth Rate: Medium (12” – 24” per year), but with plenty of water and fertilizer can grow very quickly
Soil: Does best with acidic, moist, silty loams – but can grow in almost any soil
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Flood Tolerance: Poor
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Bronze-Yellow
Wildlife Value: Great food resource for mammals and many types of birds. Also provides great cover.