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Plum 'Newport Purple Leaf': Purple Foliage, Pale Pink Blooms, Purple Fruit

Plum 'Newport Purple Leaf'

A terrific tree with bronze-purple leaves when young, maturing to dark purple foliage. Pale pink to white blooms. Bears dull purple fruit. Useful in all landscape areas: lawn, patio, terrace. Deciduous.

Growing Specifications

Light: Full Sun
Water: Moderate
Height: 15–35 feet
Spread: 1–2 feet

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja

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