--- title: August's Tree of the Week - Purple Leaf Plum description: Tree of the week Purple leaf Plum image: https://www.cartwrighttree.com/hubfs/download_1-2.jpg --- # August's Tree of the Week - Purple Leaf Plum Mar 2, 2016 11:18:00 AM ***Purple Leaf Plum*** is a small deciduous tree commonly planted for its deep reddish-purple leafs and white/pale pink flowers that are ![download_1-2.jpg](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download_1-2.jpg?width=303&name=download_1-2.jpg "download_1-2.jpg")among the first to appear in spring. Although it is short lived, it is fast growing and great for use as a specimen or shade trees.  The ornamental purple leaf plum tree is really attractive due to its purple leaves and beautiful pale pink or white flowers. These characteristic leaves are ovate with serrated margins and grow to a length of about 1.5 - 3 inches. Read more at [Buzzle](http://www.buzzle.com/articles/purple-leaf-plum-tree.html). Besides attracting bees, the plum trees are susceptible to aphids, borers, tent caterpillars, scales, mealy bugs and other pests. *Does your purple leaf plum or landscaping need trimming, pruning, or health care? Contact [Cartwright Tree Care](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/contact-us) in Missouri and Kansas. Online at [www.cartwrighttree.com](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/) or call 816-965-6758.*    [![Get Your FREE Seasonal Tree Assessment Here! ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/507305/0133bcd6-95cf-42b2-8668-0299570cca3d.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/507305/0133bcd6-95cf-42b2-8668-0299570cca3d)   [Uncategorized](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/topic/uncategorized) ##### Like it? Share it: [Twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/augusts-tree-of-the-week-purple-leaf-plum) [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/augusts-tree-of-the-week-purple-leaf-plum) [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/augusts-tree-of-the-week-purple-leaf-plum) ### You may also like [The Proper Way to Bag Leaves ](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/the-proper-way-to-bag-leaves) ##### [The Proper Way to Bag Leaves](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/the-proper-way-to-bag-leaves) 19 September, 2012 One of the first things that comes to mind with the fall season is the beautiful foliage, which ineviditably ends up sca... [Read this article](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/the-proper-way-to-bag-leaves) [Twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/the-proper-way-to-bag-leaves) [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/the-proper-way-to-bag-leaves) [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/the-proper-way-to-bag-leaves) [Planting Trees in Kansas City Bring Real Value to Your Property ](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/planting-trees-kansas-city-bring-real-value-property) ##### [Planting Trees in Kansas City Bring Real Value to Your Property](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/planting-trees-kansas-city-bring-real-value-property) 8 September, 2014 The curb appeal of your home is more than just a buzz word used for how pleasant the exterior of your property appears. ... [Read this article](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/planting-trees-kansas-city-bring-real-value-property) [Twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/planting-trees-kansas-city-bring-real-value-property) [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/planting-trees-kansas-city-bring-real-value-property) [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/planting-trees-kansas-city-bring-real-value-property) [Great Trees to Plant in Small Spaces ](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/great-trees-plant-small-spaces) ##### [Great Trees to Plant in Small Spaces](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/great-trees-plant-small-spaces) 5 September, 2014 Everyone’s yard looks a little better with a few trees in it. Trees are absolutely beautiful features that help to impro... [Read this article](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/great-trees-plant-small-spaces) [Twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/great-trees-plant-small-spaces) [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/great-trees-plant-small-spaces) [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.cartwrighttree.com/blog/great-trees-plant-small-spaces)