Purple Leaf Plum Tree Ground Cover Foliage gracefully grounds larger rock

Foliage gracefully grounds larger rock outcroppings and will drape off curbs and retaining walls

Bishop's Cap (Astrophytum myriostigma) (Lemaire): A collector's cactus with 3-10 wide ribs that give it a star-like shape

and as a specimen tree

Provide your plant with a well draining soil that is rich in organic matter

The stems are a deep Burgundy purple color and with the right care might produce yellow basket like flowers

Purple Leaf Plum Tree Ground Cover Foliage gracefully grounds larger rockA 'Krauter Vesuvius' plum tree typically grows to a height of 15 20 feet and is best suited for USDA hardiness zones 4 9. Key points about Krauter Vesuvius plum: Height: 15 20 feet Spread: 15 20 feet Growing Zones: 4 9 Notable feature: Deep purple leaves with pink flowers in spring