American Plum Tree

American Plum Trees For Sale - Prunus Americana

The American Plum Tree (Prunus americana) is a fruit tree native to North America. It will dazzle with its display of beautiful white flowers and provide ample juicy fruits to harvest.It can be planted to create a windbreak, hedge, or living privacy screen.

If you are looking for a fruit tree with a shorter height, train it as an espalier for easy–to–reach fruit. This is perfect for the gardener looking to make the most of a small space. This tree is perfect for adding to your fruit orchard or edible garden.

Plant Details - American Plum Tree (Prunus Americana)

Family: Rosaceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Needs: Moist

Height: 15 – 25 ft.

Spread: 15 – 25 ft.

Growth Rate: Slow

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: White

Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies, birds, bees

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - American Plum Tree Prunus Americana

The American Plum Tree is a multitrunked deciduous tree, valuable for its springtime beauty and edible fruits.

This tree is a beautiful, ornamental, and edible option. Its fragrant flowers bloom in the spring, giving way to delicious dark reddish purple fruits that ripen in the summer months. It has serrated green leaves and dark bark.

Noteworthy Characteristics; American Plum Tree

American Plum Tree is a keystone species, meaning that it is a vital source of food and shelter for wildlife in its native range. You will attract many butterflies, bees, and mammals with this tree! It is a host plant for many butterflies, including the Red Spotted Purple Butterfly.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Spring

Bloom/Foliage Color

White

Height at Maturity

Over 25 Feet

Care

Wild Plum Trees thrive in well-drained soil and benefit from regular watering, especially during dry periods. They should be trimmed annually to clear dead or diseased wood and shape the tree. Fertilize in early spring for best growth and fruit production.

Plant Reproduction

The Wild Plum Tree spreads through seeds and root suckers.

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees

Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.

Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.

We carefully package every plant to retain superior moisture during transit. Once prepared, orders ship the same day through UPS or USPS, with typical delivery in 2–4 days.

Returns are not accepted, but plants are reshipped if extended warranty insurance was purchased at checkout. Otherwise, all plants include a standard 5-day warranty after delivery.