The broad white horizontal lenticels are quite noticeable against the dark bark. Plant form and branch color add to the winter interest in the landscape. Adaptable to a range of soil conditions but not tolerant of poorly drained soils or extremely droughty soils. Requires full sun for good performance. Remove root suckers.
Fruit set is sparse and is of poor quality.
Fruits frequently are affected by plum pockets disease which causes the fruit to swell and become hollow. Naturally defoliates early in fall ahead of most other deciduous plants. Can develop a suckering root system which is not true to type since plants are budded onto seedling rootstocks. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, in any form or by any means, without written permission.