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Purple Leaf Flowering Plum - Prunus cerasifera ‘Nigra’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Purple Leaf Flowering Plum - Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra'
One of the most visually commanding small deciduous trees available, Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra' delivers deep burgundy foliage from spring through autumn, preceded by a flush of soft pink blossom in early spring. A proven performer in prestige residential and commercial landscapes across Australia.
Why Purple Leaf Flowering Plum
Deep burgundy foliage: Holds rich purple-black colour throughout the growing season, providing sustained contrast against green or silver palettes.
Spring blossom display: Masses of soft pink flowers emerge before the foliage, delivering strong seasonal impact.
Refined rounded form: Naturally balanced structure requires minimal intervention to maintain its ornamental silhouette.
Year-round presence: Blossom, foliage colour, and sculptural winter branching provide interest across all seasons.
Consistent performance: A reliable, long-lived specimen that holds its value in the landscape over time.
Ideal Applications
Specimen feature planting: Commands attention as a standalone focal point within open lawns or structured garden beds.
Avenue and row planting: Planted in sequence, creates a dramatic, cohesive corridor with high architectural impact.
Contrast planting: The dark foliage reads powerfully against silver, green, or evergreen background plantings.
Urban and commercial landscapes: Well suited to parks, streetscapes, courtyards, and public-facing commercial projects.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (screening/hedge): 3–4m
Spacing (feature/avenue): 5–8m
Planting Season: Winter to early spring (when dormant, June–August)
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates clay and loam; avoid waterlogged conditions
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two growing seasons to establish a strong root system, then reduce to supplemental watering during dry periods. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 6–10m
Width: 5–8m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun
Native to: Western Asia and southeastern Europe
Flower Colour: Pale pink to white
Delivery
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Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
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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