Growing & Maintenance:

In spring, apply balanced fertilizer for trees according to package directions. Prune to shape immediately after flowering before next year's buds set. Check soil weekly for moisture. Water thoroughly when dry. Provide adequate water until tree is dormant for the winter. No winter protection is necessary.

Newport Plum

Prunus cerasifera 'Newport'

Plant Type: Ornamental Trees
Small, fragrant, delicate, bright pink single flowers are flushed white. One of first trees to bloom in spring! Dark purple-red foliage summer through fall.

Height: 15-20 Ft
Spread: 10-15 Ft
Spacing: 10-15 Ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
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Characteristics & Attributes for Prunus cerasifera 'Newport'

Sunlight Requirements

Full Sun (6 or more hours direct sunlight)

Invites Nature

Attracts Butterflies

Season of Interest (Flowering)

Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

Summer
Fall

Features

Year-Round Interest
Fragrant
Early Color

Habit

Rounded
Upright

Foliage Color

Purple

Landscape Function

Specimen

Soil Preferences

Moist, Well-Drained