Prunus cerasifera 'Atropurpurea' ~ Purple Leaf Plum birds The wiry branched stems are

The wiry branched stems are lightly leafed and are topped by large clusters of rich red flowers from spring until frost attracting butterflies

" These flowers are not particularly showy but provide a valuable source of nectar for bees and other pollinators

Gravensteiner requires a pollinator

and yellowish-white in color

Its lacecap flowers open green and mature to a glowing white on old wood regardless of soil acidity

Prunus cerasifera 'Atropurpurea' ~ Purple Leaf Plum birds The wiry branched stems arePurple Leaf Plum is a stunning ornamental flowering plum tree with a vase shaped to rounded crown known for its deep purple foliage. A beautiful display of near white to white fragrant flowers bloom in clusters on bare branches in early spring. While edible, the fruiting is insignificant. Grows best in full sun and well drained soils. Type: Tree Origins: western Asia and the Caucasus Height: 15 20 Spread: 15 20 Spacing: 18 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8