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Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud'
Choose Thundercloud Plum if you want spring flowers plus dark purple foliage in one small ornamental tree; the tradeoff is it needs good placement, since deer browse and tight spaces can be real issues.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The flower show is brief, but the purple foliage gives it strong presence through the growing season. |
| Growth Rate | A- | It establishes a canopy quickly compared with many ornamental trees. |
| Maintenance | B- | Plan on watering during dry periods and pruning for structure while the tree is young. |
| Deer Resistance | C- | Deer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | C+ | It can work in smaller landscapes, but only if the canopy has room to spread. |
| Screening Value | C | It gives seasonal cover, but it is better used as an accent than a privacy screen. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Thundercloud where the purple canopy can stand on its own, not squeezed into a foundation line or used as the only screening plant.
| Mature Height | 20 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 20 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 17.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded |
Yes, that is the main reason to choose this tree.
Not as the main screen; use it more as an accent.
They can, so protect it in areas with regular deer feeding.
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SKU:PGNE-22222
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I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
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