Prunus nigra 'Princess Kay'

Prunus nigra ‘Princess Kay’

Beautiful small tree that is reliably hardy. Profuse, early white flowering, before the leaves appear. Clean, green foliage. Orange to maroon fall color. Attractive smooth, dark brown bark with prominent white lenticels. Occasionally bears fruit.

Light Requirements: Full Sun
Water Requirements: High, Moderate
USDA Zone: 3b
Plant Type: Deciduous Tree
Soil Texture: Sandy Loam, Silt Loam, Clay Loam, Clay

Plant Height at Maturity

15 feet

Plant Width at Maturity

10 feet

Growth Rate

6-12"/year

Growth Habit

Upright

Landscape Uses

Ornamental Specimen | Boulevard Tree

Environmental Features

Pollinator Friendly | Bird Habitat

Tough Sites

Urban Conditions

Seasonal Interest

Fall Color | Spring Flowering

Flower Color

White