'Cherry Ruffle'
Cherry Laurel

Prunus caroliniana 'Cherry Ruffle'

Description

Landscape Characteristics

Mature Size: 20-30' tall by 10-15' wide Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
Form / Shape: Broad, young-pyramidal; mature-rounded dome Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Flower / Fruit: Small, white flowers; 1/2-2" long; blooms early Spring; Green, ovate shape, drupe fruit Soil: Well drained, moist, fertile, humus rich, slightly acidic to slightly alkaline
Foliage: Opposite, simple, ovate, 2-4" long; glossy dark green, thick & waxy leaves Light: Full sun to light shade
Bark:  Smooth, dark gray; older trunks more coarse and near gray-black Pruning: Tolerates heavy pruning; can be standard or multi-trunk tree
  Uses: Hedges, screen, specimen or accent tree

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