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| Category: Tree |
| Family: Rosaceae (Roses) |
| Origin: Caucasus (Europe) |
| Flower Color: Light Pink |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Synonyms: [Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'] |
| Height: 12-16 feet |
| Width: 6-12 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: <15° F |
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Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius' (Purple Leaf Plum) - Dark purple almost black leaves are held until autumn on this 15 foot tall deciduous tree. In spring, the flower buds open to a wonderful light pink display. This variety produces little fruit. Full sun, moderate watering. This is the darkest of the purple leafed plums. It was introduced by Carl Krauter of Bakersfield, California in the 1950s and is the most common purple leaf plum in southwestern U.S. The similar cultivar 'Thundercloud' has young leaves that are lighter and a more bronze color and is less upright. We grew this plant from 1979 until 2011.
The information about Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius' displayed on this web page is based on our research conducted in the nursery's horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also include observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments we receive from others and welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share cultural information that would aid others in growing this plant. |
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