Purple Leaf Plum

Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'

Purple Leaf Plum  - Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'
Purple Leaf Plum  - Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'
Purple Leaf Plum  - Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'

Purple Leaf Plum

Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'

This little tree packs a big punch! Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius' has deep rich purple leaves and bright prolific pink blossoms in Spring.  This tree stays nice and compact with a predictable upright growth to about 15 feet tall making it an idea small accent tree for the residential landscape.  An incredibly versitile tree, it is drought tolerant, provides great fall color, attracts butterflies, and is cold hardy.  Purple Leaf Plum is also deer resistant for those of you who have problems with Bambi eating all your foliage!


Foliage: Deciduous

Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6+ Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Water Needs: Moderate

Bloom Season: Spring

Mature Height: 11-15'

Mature Width: 11-15'

Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Mediterranean & Tuscan Garden, Zen Garden, English & Cottage Garden


Proper planting technique will help your plants thrive! Follow these simple steps to help your plants establish quickly, develop a strong root system, and live longer:

  • Properly dig the hole
  • Amend the soil to suit each particular plant
  • Place the plant and backfill the soil
  • Provide ample water for each particular plant
  • Review our how to plant guide!

For detailed information, please download our planting guides:

We deliver to Southern California including Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, Riverside County, Imperial County, Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, and neighboring areas.

List of delivery zones and rates.
Delivery Zone Delivery Rate
Zone 1 $69.00
Zone 2 $89.00
Zone 3 $109.00
Zone 4 $139.00
Zone 5 $179.00
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