Cistena Plum 2 Live Trees 2 ft Tall (Prunus × cistena) Purple Leaf Ornamental Tree

Cistena Plum (Prunus × cistena), also known as Purple Leaf Plum or Sand Cherry Plum, is a striking ornamental tree admired for its deep purple foliage and colorful spring blossoms. This decorative landscape tree provides bold color contrast throughout the growing season.

Its vibrant foliage and ornamental blooms make it a popular choice for gardens, borders, and landscape focal points.

🌱 What You’ll Receive

2 Live Trees
2 ft tall now

🌿 Plant Overview

Cistena Plum (Prunus × cistena) is a deciduous ornamental tree valued for its dark purple leaves and seasonal flowers. It is widely planted in residential landscapes and garden settings for its colorful foliage and compact ornamental form.

The tree produces pink blossoms in spring followed by rich purple foliage through the growing season.

🌸 Characteristics

• Deciduous ornamental tree
• Deep purple foliage
• Pink spring blossoms
• Rounded ornamental growth habit

🌞 Sunlight

Full Sun

🌱 Soil

Prefers well-draining soil

💧 Water

Moderate water needs; prefers evenly moist soil

Common Name: Cistena Plum / Purple Leaf Plum
Scientific Name: Prunus × cistena
Plant Type: Tree
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower Color: Pink
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Well-draining
Water: Moderate
USDA Zone: 2–8