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Prunus rivularis /Rivalais Creek Plum
Early spring fruit and foliage
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Early spring fruit and foliage
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Scientific Name:
Prunus rivularis
Common Name:
Rivalais Creek Plum
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
5-8 feet
Spread:
3 -5 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
White
Fruit present:
Spring, Summer
Fruit color:
Red
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
Prunus rivularis is a thicket-forming shrub. The red ripened fruit which are quite tart or bitter and are generally not eaten by humans. It is a source of food for birds and wildlife.