Himalayan Cherry Plum Plant
Prunus cerasifera, or Himalayan Cherry Plum, is a hardy tree growing 3-5m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and has edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Tree
Height
10-30 ft
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Himalayas
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
5-25°C
Humidity (%)
50-80
Potting media
Partial shade
Fertilizers
Moderate
Watering
No
Plant Weight
Yes
Flowering Time
Spring
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
50-100 kg/tree
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
50+ years
Health Benefits
High in antioxidants, edible fruit
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
In-Organic Remedies
Fungicides containing sulfur Imidacloprid-based insecticides Fungicides with copper
Common Diseases
Plum Pox Virus Aphids Powdery Mildew
Symptoms
Deformed fruit, leaf discoloration Curling, yellowing leaves White powdery coating on leaves
Organic Remedies
No chemical treatments are effective Imidacloprid-based insecticides Fungicides containing sulfur