Cherry Plum

Cherry Plum is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Cherry Plum →

Common Cherry Plum Problems →

Cherry 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.

Cherry Plum Water Frequency →

Cherry Plum Root Rot →

Cherry 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 🏡.

Cherry Plum Light Requirements →

Cherry Plum Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Cherry 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. Cherry Plum is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Cherry 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 Cherry Plum →

When and How to Successfully Repot Cherry Plum →

What Are Healthy Cherry Plum Roots →

Cherry 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 Cherry Plum →

Cherry Plum grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Cherry Plum Lifecycle →

Cherry Plum Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Cherry Plum →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Cherry Plum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Cherry Plum Temperature Tolerance →

Cherry Plum Hardiness Zones →

Is Cherry Plum a Weed? →

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 Cherry 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!

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.

• Common Bugs Affecting Cherry Plum →

What Eats Cherry Plum? →

• Drooping Cherry Plum Leaves →
• Cherry Plum Dropping Leaves →
• Cherry Plum Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Cherry Plum →
• Brown Spots on Cherry Plum →
• Cherry Plum Leaves Falling Over →
• Cherry Plum Leaves Curling →
• Cherry Plum Yellow Leaves →
• Cherry Plum Root Rot →
• Why Is My Cherry Plum Wilting? →