Plant Care Cherokee Plum

Cherokee Plum

Also known as

Chickasaw plum, Cherokee plum, Florida sand plum, sandhill plum and sand plum

Taxonomy

Prunus angustifolia
Prunus
Rosaceae
Rosales

How to care for Cherokee Plum

💦 Water

How often to water your Cherokee Plum

Water needs for Cherokee Plum
0.5 cups
every 9

Cherokee Plum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Cherokee Plum

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Cherokee Plum in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Cherokee Plum: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Cherokee Plum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Cherokee Plum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cherokee Plum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cherokee Plum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cherokee Plum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cherokee Plum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Cherokee Plum is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Cherokee Plum →

Benefits of Growing Cherokee Plum →

Common Cherokee Plum Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Cherokee Plum →


💦 Water Needs

Cherokee Plum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Cherokee Plum Water Frequency →

Cherokee Plum Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cherokee Plum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Cherokee Plum Light Requirements →

Cherokee Plum Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Cherokee Plum is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Cherokee Plum is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

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🪴 Soil

Cherokee Plum is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Cherokee Plum →

Best Pots for Cherokee Plum →

When and How to Successfully Repot Cherokee Plum →

What Are Healthy Cherokee Plum Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Cherokee Plum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Cherokee Plum →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Cherokee Plum is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Cherokee Plum Lifecycle →

Cherokee Plum Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Cherokee Plum →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Cherokee Plum, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Cherokee Plum

Cherokee Plum

Cherokee Plum


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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