Purple Leaf Plum DescriptionBotanical Name: Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius' Small, shrubby, rounded tree with ascending, spreading branches. Dark purple leaves, alternate, simple, toothed, 1 1/2" to 2 1/2" long, 1" to 1 1/4" wide, ovate, elliptic or obovate. In most cases a short lived tree, 20 years, with a fast growth rate. Spring flowers are very showy, appearing before the leaves. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Trees-Shade & OrnamentalName: Purple Leaf PlumPlant Type: Deciduous Flower: Single, light pink, 1" across Mature Size: 18' tall x 12' wide. Water: Moderate, once established. Exposure:: Full sun Spacing: 6' Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained Planting Time: Any season CommentsComments: Dark purple color contrasts well with desert landscaping.