purple prunus
Searching for the perfect purple prunus to add dramatic colour and year-round interest to your New Zealand garden? Look no further. The purple prunus group includes several stunning trees renowned for their vibrant foliage and exquisite spring blossoms. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just looking for a flowering accent, choosing a purple prunus is a fantastic way to infuse rich tones into garden beds, borders, or as a standout specimen plant.
Prunus lusitanica
Prunus lusitanica, commonly known as the Portuguese Laurel, is a large shrub that is widely grown across the world. It features dark red stems that bear lush, dense, and dark green leaves. The white flowers are small and fragrant, followed by small, dark purple berries. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Prunus lusitanica is an excellent plant for a large garden. It is commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted for screening and shelter, used for topiary, or included in a “white” garden. Landscape designers favour Portuguese Laurels for their elegance and versatility.
From $29.63
Prunus Thundercloud
Prunus 'Thundercloud' is a striking ornamental plum tree admired for its rich purple foliage and masses of soft pink flowers during spring. This deciduous tree creates dramatic contrast in New Zealand gardens with its dark leaves providing colour throughout the growing season. The delicate spring blossoms appear before or alongside the foliage and attract bees and pollinators to the garden. Prunus 'Thundercloud' is ideal for feature planting, avenue planting, and mixed landscape designs where year round foliage colour and seasonal floral displays are desired. Its elegant form makes it a standout ornamental tree.
From $343.89
