Newport Flowering Plum Tree
Prunus cerasifera 'Newport'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Newport Flowering Plum Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 4-8
Fabulous Flowers & Foliage Newport Plum Tree
One of the hardiest Purple-Leaf Plums, the Newport Flowering Plum Tree (Prunus cerasifera 'Newport') is an important landscape ornamental tree with unique color. Imagine having a compact, tidy tree in your yard that maintains a deep, rich purple shade all summer long!
It thrives in the high heat and humidity of the Midwest, South, and Mid-Atlantic states. It's also super cold hardy and low maintenance.
The bold color really draws the eye as a stand out against the typical ho-hum hues of summer foliage. The Newport Plum forms a dense rounded canopy, which makes a pleasing silhouette in the landscape.
The Newport Purple-Leaf Plum will grace you with a lovely, early spring display earlier than most other trees. It literally leaps into spring with a copious bloom of delicate pink flowers. The flowers have a deliciously sweet scent.
The flowers are accented by the new bronze-purple leaves. The leaves deepen into dark purple by the middle of summer. In the fall, the leaves finish a beautiful deep red. It's a magnificent show all season long.
Although most people grow this tree for its ornamental features, it does develop small, edible fruit when planted together in groups. The fruits are small, which is why it's nicknamed the "Cherry Plum" tree.
Just like Crabapples, you can use these fruits for jelly, or leave them for the birds to enjoy. They'll love the yearly treat!
Single trees won't produce much fruit. Even if you only plant one, local songbirds will still come for a visit because they love to nest in Newport Plum.
Newport Flowering Plum is an excellent choice for almost any landscape across much of the United States. It's a cold hardy, heat tolerant, easy-care, deciduous tree. It's not bothered by deer.
How to Use Newport Plum Tree in the Landscape
Use this beautiful tree as a stand-alone specimen at the corner of your house in a sophisticated front yard foundation planting. It will easily ground the house to its surroundings and be a bold accent to boost your curb appeal.
You can easily trim off the lowest branches back to the main trunk. This creates a longer trunk and a higher canopy. Because this Flowering Plum has a pleasing round canopy and dense foliage, it makes the perfect tree to block the afternoon sun. Plant it 15 feet away from a west or south-facing window.
Or, leave those lower branches on for a lovely screen for a patio area. Plant it 10 feet away from concrete, so any fruits that the birds miss won't cause any problems.
To create a continuous hedge, leave the lower branches on. Plant these trees 8 to 10 feet apart, measuring from the trunk of one to the trunk of the next. If you prefer to see each tree as an individual, simply increase the spacing to 10 to 12 feet apart.
People even plant several along a curved line to create a small grouping in a raised berm. Try running several along the back of a mixed border. You'll get a magnificent backdrop for bright flowering shrubs, perennials, and annuals.
You can see how versatile this widely adaptable, beautiful tree is, can't you?
- Dark Purple Foliage Won't Fade All Growing Season
- Fragrant Pale Pink Spring Flowers
- Early Bloomer - Great For For Pollinators
- Small Edible Fruit Loved by Birds
- Versatile Size & Shape
- Small Shade Trees, Street Trees, Hedges, Front Lawn Specimens & Garden Accents
#ProPlantTips for Care
Ornamental Newport Plum is a hardy tree requiring little maintenance and grows best in full sun. Handling a wide range of soil types as long as they drain very well. Provide new trees with regular water access during their first year in the ground. We recommend you use the Finger Test to tell if your tree or plant needs water.
You can prune it in late winter to remove winter dieback, crossing branches, and competing leaders. Support your tree further with a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch around the entire root system.
- Full Sun Deciduous Trees
- Any Type Of Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Appreciates Mulch
- Prune When Dormant
- Heat & Cold Hardy
You'll love the ornamental features of this medium-sized, pretty tree! The Flowering Newport Purple Leaf Plum is always a wonderful choice! Now at Nature Hills Nursery!
