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Varieties We Bring In
Atropurpurea
We received some Purple Leaf Plum on Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: Toxic
Pet safety guideAbout Purple Leaf Plum
Purple Leaf Plum is a small, fast-growing deciduous tree prized for its deep reddish-purple foliage and fragrant pink spring flowers that emerge before the leaves. Note: UF/IFAS rates this cultivar only to zone 8A; it is marginally suited for NE Florida zone 9b and may perform poorly in our heat and humidity.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
Care essentials
Plant in full sun for richest purple foliage color and best flowering; at least 6 hours of direct sun is required.
Water regularly during establishment; once established, moderate irrigation is sufficient, but avoid soggy or waterlogged soils. Drought stress causes leaf scorch.
Prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soils; avoid alkaline pH. Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Not suited for heavy clay or wet sites.
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Common questions
Is Purple Leaf Plum a good plant for St. Augustine?
Purple Leaf Plum is a tree. Mature size: 15-20 feet × 15-20 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Moderate.
What is the recorded pet toxicity for Purple Leaf Plum?
Toxic