Prunus caroliniana

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

This large evergreen shrub or small tree has leaves that are glossy and 2-4" in length. It is excellent as either a formal hedge or an informal screen. It has creamy white flowers late-winter/ spring followed by small black berries. Warning: Poisonous

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

Spring

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