Prunus cerasifera ‘Thundercloud’ – Purple Leaf Plum Grafted Live Tree | 2–3 Feet Tall | Includes 3 Gallon Pot Coppery Purple Foliage | Spring Pink Blooms | Ornamental Landscape Tree

Make a bold statement in your landscape with this 2–3 foot tall grafted Prunus cerasifera ‘Thundercloud’, shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot and ready to plant. This stunning deciduous tree is prized for its rich coppery-purple foliage that holds its vibrant color through fall.

In early spring, pale pink single blooms blanket the bare branches before the foliage emerges, creating a breathtaking seasonal display. Later, the tree produces small red edible fruits. Versatile and eye-catching, ‘Thundercloud’ is ideal for lawns, patios, terraces, and as a focal point in landscape designs.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live grafted ‘Thundercloud’ Purple Leaf Plum tree
✔️ Height: approximately 2–3 feet
✔️ Shipped in 3-gallon nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Thundercloud Purple Leaf Plum
Botanical Name: Prunus cerasifera ‘Thundercloud’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Established grafted young tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: 15–25 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 5–8
Container Friendly: Best planted in ground long-term

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun to maintain the richest foliage color. Light pruning after flowering helps shape the tree and maintain structure.