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Flowering Plum - Prunus ‘Elvins’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Product Details
Overview & Specifications
Flowering Plum - Prunus 'Elvins'
Prunus 'Elvins' delivers one of the most arresting spring displays available in ornamental deciduous stock, a dense canopy of soft pink blossom emerging before a single leaf appears. At advanced sizes, the effect is immediate and unambiguous. A tree that earns its place in any serious landscape composition.
Why Flowering Plum
Spring floral impact: Smothered in soft pink blossoms in early to mid spring, before foliage emerges, creating a striking singular display.
Seasonal foliage interest: Fresh green leaves mature through summer, with warm tonal shifts as the season closes.
Refined scale: Reaches 4 to 6 metres with a rounded canopy; proportioned for both intimate courtyards and larger formal compositions.
Deciduous advantage: Winter leaf drop opens light to understory plantings and hardscape below.
Proven performer: Consistent and reliable in cool to temperate Australian climates.
Ideal Applications
Specimen feature planting: Positioned as a focal point within a formal or contemporary landscape, the spring bloom commands attention at scale.
Avenue and repeat planting: Planted in sequence along drives or boundaries, Elvins creates a cohesive seasonal statement across the full property.
Residential and developer projects: Compact canopy and high ornamental value make it a reliable specification for prestige residential streetscapes.
Courtyard and constrained sites: Controlled scale suits architecturally defined outdoor spaces without compromising surrounding structure.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring (when dormant)
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates a range of soil types including clay and loam; avoid waterlogged conditions
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly during the first two summers to establish a strong root system, then reduce to occasional deep watering during dry periods. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 3–4m
Width: 3–4m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun
Native to: Hybrid cultivar (Prunus origin: China, Japan)
Flower Colour: White to pale pink
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Every order is wrapped, secured and palletised for delivery. Freight starts from $199.95 and is structured so larger orders receive better delivery value.
- Delivery is calculated by order value, with clear freight tiers shown before payment.
- Delivery estimated at 5-8 business days.
Freight Pricing
Freight table
Nursery Direct uses specialist nursery freight for advanced trees, palms and landscape stock. Freight is calculated using clear order-value tiers so customers can review delivery costs before completing their order.
| Order value | Freight |
|---|---|
| $0.01 to $1,000.01 | $199.95 |
| $1,000.02 to $1,400.01 | $249.95 |
| $1,400.02 to $1,650.01 | $299.95 |
| $1,650.02 to $1,950.01 | $349.95 |
| $1,950.02 to $2,250.01 | $399.95 |
| $2,250.02 to $2,500.01 | $449.95 |
| $2,500.02 to $2,750.01 | $499.95 |
| $2,750.02 to $3,000.01 | $549.95 |
| $3,000.02 to $3,350.01 | $599.95 |
| $3,350.02 to $3,650.01 | $649.95 |
| $3,650.02 to $3,850.01 | $699.95 |
| $3,850.02 to $4,150.01 | $749.95 |
| $4,150.02 to $4,450.01 | $799.95 |
| $4,450.02 to $4,750.01 | $849.95 |
| $4,750.02 to $5,000.01 | $899.95 |
| $5,000.02 to $5,250.01 | $949.95 |
| $5,250.02 to $5,550.01 | $999.95 |
| $5,550.02 to $5,850.01 | $1,049.95 |
| $5,850.02 to $6,100.01 | $1,099.95 |
| $6,100.02 to $6,350.01 | $1,149.95 |
| $6,350.02 to $6,650.01 | $1,199.95 |
| $6,650.02 to $6,950.01 | $1,249.95 |
| $6,950.02 to $7,250.01 | $1,299.95 |
| $7,250.02 to $7,500.01 | $1,349.95 |
| $7,500.02 to $7,750.01 | $1,399.95 |
| $7,750.02 to $8,000.01 | $1,449.95 |
| $8,000.02 to $8,350.01 | $1,499.95 |
| $8,350.02 to $8,650.01 | $1,549.95 |
| $8,650.02 to $8,850.01 | $1,599.95 |
| $8,850.02 to $9,150.01 | $1,649.95 |
| $9,150.02 to $9,450.01 | $1,699.95 |
| $9,450.02 to $9,750.01 | $1,749.95 |
| $9,750.02 and above | $1,799.95 |
For difficult access, oversized specimen stock, crane or machinery requirements, remote areas or commercial projects, please request project pricing before purchasing so our team can confirm the most appropriate freight method.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
