Plants in genus prunus
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Sugar Saucer'
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Sugar Saucer' is a fruit tree known for its deep red-skinned fruit with sweet white flesh. It produces fragrant pink blooms that attract pollinators and is self-fertile, though it yields more fruit with another tree nearby. The harvest ripens in June-July, and the tree thrives in full sun and moderately moist soil.
Prunus pumila var. besseyi
Prunus pumila var. besseyi, also known as the Sand Cherry, is a cold-hardy, native American shrub that produces attractive white flowers in May and sweet, purplish-black fruit. It features silvery gray-green foliage that turns fiery red-purple in the fall. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and poor, rocky soil, making it a versatile choice for challenging landscapes.
Prunus avium 'Corum'
Prunus avium 'Corum' is a fruit-bearing tree that produces yellow cherries with a red blush. It requires 700 chill hours and a pollinating partner to bear fruit. This tree blooms with fragrant white flowers in spring and thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun exposure.
Prunus persica 'Elberta'
Prunus persica 'Elberta' is the most popular home garden peach variety in the U.S., known for its large, yellow freestone fruit with a bright red blush. Introduced in 1889, it is self-fruitful, disease and insect resistant, and requires 800-900 chill hours. This tree produces gorgeous pink to purple flowers and is drought tolerant once established.
Prunus armeniaca 'Tomcot'
Prunus armeniaca 'Tomcot' is an apricot tree known for its orange freestone fruits and early harvest season. It requires 500 chill hours and is partially self-pollinating, though it produces larger crops with another variety nearby. This tree is adaptable to various climates and resists late frost, making it a dependable choice for home gardens. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun and moderate water needs.
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Mayfire'
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Mayfire' is a cold-hardy nectarine tree known for its early ripening, sweet, and juicy fruit. It produces vivid pink flowers in spring and reaches a height of 12-18 feet. This self-fruitful tree benefits from multiple plantings and requires full sun and well-drained, enriched soil. It needs 750-850 chill hours to thrive.
Prunus serotina
Prunus serotina, also known as black cherry, is a native shade tree with pollinator-friendly white flowers and purple-black fruits that ripen in late summer. It has a distinctive cherry-like fragrance and its foliage turns yellow in the fall. This tree grows 50-80 feet tall and is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9, requiring full sun and well-drained soil.
Prunus persica 'Cresthaven'
Prunus persica 'Cresthaven' is a cold-hardy peach tree producing sweet, yellow, fuzzy fruit with a reddish-orange blush. It features bright pink, fragrant flowers and is self-pollinating. The tree grows 12 to 18 feet tall and is suitable for USDA zones 5 to 8.
Prunus domestica 'Bruce'
Prunus domestica 'Bruce' is a hybrid plum tree known for its heat and drought tolerance. It produces showy white flowers that mature into red plums with a mildly sweet taste. This early ripening variety requires cross-pollination and grows well in hardiness zones 5-9.
Prunus domestica 'Bavay's Green Gage'
Prunus domestica 'Bavay's Green Gage' is a unique heirloom plum with green frosted skin and flesh, known for its full-bodied flavor. This freestone variety ripens in mid-September and is self-fruitful, though it yields more with a pollinator. It requires 700 chill hours and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, making it a cold-tolerant choice for zones 5-8. Its compact growth and deep-green foliage add to its appeal as a dessert plum.
Prunus armeniaca 'Goldcot'
Prunus armeniaca 'Goldcot' is a self-pollinating apricot tree that produces medium-sized golden fruit in early August. It is tolerant of cold and wet climates and features white flowers with a pink blush in spring. This tree grows well in USDA zones 5 to 8, preferring full sun and well-drained soil.
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Garden Delight'
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Garden Delight' is a dwarf fruiting tree known for its large, freestone fruits with red-kissed yellow skin and a sweet, orange-like flavor. This self-fruitful tree blooms with fragrant double bright pink flowers and attracts pollinators. It requires full sun and well-drained, sandy-loam soil, thriving in USDA zones 6-9 with 500-600 chill hours.
Prunus armeniaca 'Wenatchee'
Prunus armeniaca 'Wenatchee' is an apricot tree that produces large, oval fruit with light yellow skin and flesh. It is self-pollinating and requires 700 chill hours, thriving in well-drained soil.
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Harko'
Prunus persica ssp. nucipersica 'Harko' is a nectarine variety known for its deep red fruit with yellow flesh and large single pink blossoms. It is a juicy freestone nectarine that is self-fruitful, cold hardy, and disease-resistant. This mid-season high-yielding plant grows in zones 5 through 8 and requires full sun and well-drained soil.
Prunus armeniaca 'Orange Knockout'
Prunus armeniaca 'Orange Knockout' is an early-season apricot with dark orange skin and flesh. This self-fertile tree grows well in USDA zones 7-9 and attracts pollinators, birds, and wildlife. It requires full sun and well-drained soil, producing fruit in its second to fourth year.
Prunus armeniaca 'Golden Sweet'
Prunus armeniaca 'Golden Sweet' is an apricot tree known for producing sweet, juicy, freestone apricots. This late-season fruiting variety is self-fertile but benefits from nearby apricot trees for better yield. It features ornamental pink-hued white blossoms and requires full sun and well-drained soil.
Prunus salicina 'Toka'
Prunus salicina 'Toka', also known as the 'Bubblegum Plum', is a self-fertile tree introduced in 1911, famous for its fragrance and taste. It produces creamy white flowers in spring and can pollinate other Japanese plum varieties. This vase-shaped tree grows 15-20 feet tall and 12-18 feet wide, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. It is cold hardy and adaptable to various garden settings.
Prunus triloba 'Multiplex'
Prunus triloba 'Multiplex' is a cold-hardy shrub known for its stunning double candy-pink flowers that bloom in early spring. This plant attracts bees and butterflies, making it a lively addition to any garden. Its light grass green foliage transforms into a vibrant yellow-bronze-orange in the fall. Native to China, it can be grown as a shrub or a multi-trunked tree and is versatile in landscape applications. It thrives in USDA zones 3 to 7, preferring well-drained, slightly acidic soil. The plant also produces small, 1/2-inch red fruits. It requires good air circulation and can be trained as a standard or multi-trunk tree.
Prunus persica 'Fairtime'
Prunus persica 'Fairtime' is a fruit-bearing tree known for its frilly pink blossoms and large yellow fruit with a red blush. This self-fruitful tree has a late-season harvest and requires full sun and well-drained soil. It thrives with moderate and consistent moisture and good air circulation, needing 700-800 chill hours. Its ornamental flowers and delicious fruit make it a valuable addition to home orchards.
Prunus avium 'Emperor Francis'
Prunus avium 'Emperor Francis' is a cherry tree known for its large, red-blushed cherries and resistance to fruit cracking. It features glossy, textured leaves and snow-white blooms in spring. This tree requires full sun, well-drained soil, and consistent watering during fruit development.
Prunus persica 'Saturn'
Prunus persica 'Saturn', also known as the donut peach, is a unique fruit tree with warm yellow skin and a red blush. Its freestone, creamy white flesh offers a juicy, sweet flavor with a hint of almond. This self-fertile variety produces large harvests and requires 300 chill hours, thriving in USDA zones 5-8. 'Saturn' is resistant to bacterial leaf spots but susceptible to late frosts. Originating in China and once reserved for Emperors, it was introduced to the US in the late 1800s. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained, fertile soil.
Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'June Princess'
This peach tree produces attractive pink blooms and prolific fruit with red skin and yellow flesh, ripening in mid-summer. It is self-pollinating and grows 12-15 feet tall. The tree thrives in USDA zones 5-9, prefers full sun and slightly acidic, well-draining soil, and is resistant to pests and disease.
Prunus angustifolia
Prunus angustifolia, commonly known as Chickasaw plum, is a fast-growing shrub or small tree native to the United States. It features fragrant white flowers in spring and colorful fruit in summer, which are used in jellies and wines. This self-pollinating plant supports wildlife and thrives in well-drained soil under full sun. It can reach a mature height of 15-25 feet and is tolerant of drought, making it adaptable to various climates.
Prunus salicina 'Howard Miracle'
Prunus salicina 'Howard Miracle' is a mid-season fruiting Japanese plum known for its freestone fruit with yellow skin blushed with red and pink. The fruit's white flesh has a unique floral-tropical flavor reminiscent of pineapple and honey. This plum requires a pollination partner and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. It is not self-fertile, so planting alongside another Japanese plum is necessary for fruit production. The tree has a spreading growth habit and moderate water needs.
Prunus laurocerasus 'Nana'
Prunus laurocerasus 'Nana' is a compact, broad-leaved evergreen shrub with lustrous, large leaves that remain green year-round. It produces fragrant white blooms in spring and is tolerant of salt spray and urban conditions. This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun or part shade and can be pruned to control its size, making it a versatile choice for various landscapes.
Prunus avium 'Black Republican'
Prunus avium 'Black Republican' is an heirloom cherry variety known for its sweet, rich flavor and deep purple color. It is a prolific producer, excellent for fresh eating, canning, and baking. This cherry is cold hardy, heat tolerant, and serves as a good pollinator for other sweet cherry varieties.
Prunus maritima
Prunus maritima, commonly known as the beach plum, is a dense shrub native to the East Coast of the United States. It produces edible, dull purple fruits in August, often used in jams and jellies. The plant requires cross-pollination to bear fruit, necessitating the presence of more than one tree. In early May, it showcases a profusion of white flowers, attracting pollinators. This shrub is well-suited to drought-prone areas with loamy or sandy soils and grows best in sunny, well-drained locations, reaching a mature height and width of 5-6 feet.
Prunus persica 'Muir'
Prunus persica 'Muir' is an heirloom variety known for its very sweet fruit with a small pit. It is great for fresh eating, canning, and drying, and is disease resistant. The tree is self-fruitful but benefits from pollinator partners.