Thunder Cloud Plum - 2 inch

Thundercloud Plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud') 

Description:
Thundercloud Plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud') is a stunning ornamental tree celebrated for its dramatic coppery-purple foliage and fragrant, pale pink spring blooms. This fast-growing, upright, and spreading deciduous tree makes a striking statement in any landscape, whether as a specimen, accent, or shade tree. In spring, masses of single, pale pink to white flowers cover the bare branches, providing a beautiful contrast to the emerging ruby-red leaves. As the season progresses, the foliage deepens to dark reddish-purple and remains vibrant through summer and into fall. Small, edible, dark red to purple fruits may appear in summer, attracting birds and wildlife. Thundercloud Plum is ideal for lawns, patios, borders, and urban gardens, thriving in full sun and adapting to a wide range of soils.

Plant Characteristics:

• Botanical Name: Prunus cerasifera 'Thundercloud'

• Common Name: Thundercloud Plum, Thundercloud Cherry Plum, Purple Leaf Plum

• Type: Deciduous ornamental tree

• Mature Height: 15–25 feet

• Mature Spread: 15–25 feet

• Growth Habit: Upright, rounded to vase-shaped, dense canopy

• Foliage: Ruby-red in spring, maturing to deep reddish-purple through summer and fall

• Flower Color: Pale pink to white, fragrant, single blooms

• Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring (before or with leaf emergence)

• Fruit: Small, round, edible, dark red to purple (attracts birds)

• Light Requirements: Full sun (best color and flowering)

• Soil: Well-drained; tolerates clay, loam, sand, acidic to alkaline pH

• Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–8 (occasionally 3–9)

• Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to maintain shape, minimal pest/disease issues

• Wildlife: Attracts birds, bees, and pollinators

• Uses: Specimen tree, accent, lawn tree, border, patio, street tree, small space gardens