Plum, Mexican
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Botanical Name
Prunus mexicana
Plant Type
Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs
Plant Height Min
15ft
Plant Height Max
20ft+
Light
Sun/Part Shade
Seasonal Interest From
Spring
Seasonal Feature
Flower
Plant Color
White
Plant Spread Min
15ft
Plant Spread Max
20ft
Water Needs
Low
Seasonal Interest To
Spring
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Zilker Only
N/A
Great understory tree; earliest spring bloomer; provide good drainage and fair amount of soil; fragrant flowers are nectar source; larval host; edible fruit in July-Sept; prune to shape or raise canopy if needed