Prunus mexicana (Mexican Plum) Medium water use medium Sun exposure Sun to

medium Sun exposure Sun to shade Bloom color Yellow Bloom time Spring Mature height 6-10 ft Mature spread 6-10 ft Attracts Birds

butterflies

wavy-edged leaves that turn orange-red in fall

Escarpment Black Cherry is easy to grow but does best in full sun

but once established

Prunus mexicana (Mexican Plum) Medium water use medium Sun exposure Sun toMexican Plum packs a punch. It is a Texas tough ornamental tree that has attractive exfoliating bark and provides a delightful bloom display in early spring. Both wildlife friendly and drought tolerant, Mexican Plum can be grown in full sun or as an understory tree, preferring deep, well drained soil. It produces edible, if tart, plums that make delicious jam or jelly. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun to part shade