Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Flowering Plum
Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Flowering Plum highlights at a glance!
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Botanical Name
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Brand
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Growing Zones4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Growth RateModerate
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Mature Height
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Mature Width
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Characteristics
Where To Plant
When To Prune
- Late Winter
Water & Moisture Needs
- Moderate
Sunlight Needs
Soil Needs
- Well Drained
Growing Zones
Stays Purple Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Plum
- Early Bloomer
- Covered in Showy Pink Flowers in Spring
- Bright Red New Leaves
- Deep Red-Purple Foliage
- Consistent Leaf Color All Season Long
- Excellent Foliage Plant
- Easy-Care, Gorgeous Flowering Trees
- Widely Adaptable
- Moderately Drought Tolerant
- Urban Tolerant
Looking for a superstar in your yard? You know, the kind of jaw-dropping, head-turning tree that makes the neighbors jealous?
Try the Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Flowering Plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'). It is one of the earliest ornamental small trees to bloom in the garden!
Hundreds of baby-pink flowers line the bare branches for a very showy display. Those precious blooms are so welcome after a long winter. Especially as a nectar and pollen source for butterflies and bees!
Go ahead and host a Welcome Spring party. Your guests will be amazed!
As the blooms are fading, you'll notice tiny, new leaves emerging a brilliant red. As they grow, they age to a bold, deep red-purple color.
You'll be pleased to know that Krauter Vesuvius holds that delicious, dark color through fall. You'll have no 'mid-summer switcheroo' to muddy green for this improved variety, including no fading or discoloration in the sun!
It's one of the most consistent trees on the market. The shiny, dark purple leaves are a big reason why Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Plum makes a perfect choice for a small ornamental tree.
It looks fantastic from early spring all the way through fall. Even in winter, you'll appreciate the lush, upright canopy of branches.
Order Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Plum from the expert growers at Nature Hills. Just hurry, we'll run out of this year's crop quickly.
How to Use Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Plum Tree in the Landscape
Rely on these easy-care Flowering Plums for vibrant foliage color all season long. Use these small deciduous trees to make a tremendous visual impact in your landscape. You'll love this colorful ornamental specimen! Easily add drama in many places around your landscape.
Plant a single tree as an excellent small specimen in a patio planting, or at the side of your front walkway. Include one as a focal point in a special Outdoor Yoga garden room, or Meditation Garden.
Add another tree to flank either side of your entryway. You'll create a more formal style for instant curb appeal.
Use a row of them along your driveway or as a tall, colorful backdrop for your mixed border. Plant them 12 feet apart on center, measuring from trunk to trunk for a nice solid screen.
Grow it under utility wires as a pretty street tree. Just give it a bit of space away from sidewalks and driveways. While it seldom produces tiny fruit, why make more work for yourself? 20 feet away from concrete is plenty.
While we're at it, we also recommend that you remove turf and mulch under your Krauter Vesuvius. Be sure to tuck in spring-flowering bulbs in pretty drifts under the mulch to amplify the charming springtime show.
If you have the space, they'll make a fantastic informal grouping. Vary the width apart and use an odd number of trees for the most natural look.
#ProPlantTips for Care
Give Krauter Vesuvius a planting site in full sun. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight will deliver the best flowering and brightest foliage. Ensure your planting site has well-drained soil. Use a raised bed for planting, if your soil holds water for a long time.
Please pay careful attention to watering during the first season. Once your tree is established, you won't need to water as much, unless the weather turns really hot or stays dry. A 3-4 inch deep layer of arborist mulch over the root system to keep it cool. Fertilize with a slow-release, organic formula according to the label directions.
Prune to shape after the spring flowers fade. Work to create a strong structure of branches, and remove crossing branches. Open the canopy to sunlight and air circulation.
Garden designers across the country call us for large orders every week. No wonder! Foliage plants like Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Plum are worth their weight in gold. They can literally carry the whole design all season long.
Hurry and choose the Krauter Vesuvius Purple Leaf Flowering Plum Tree for your landscape and pollinators! Be sure to lock in your order, if you see this tree in stock on the site!
