Purple Plunge® Purple Leaf Weeping Flowering Plum

Purple Plunge® is a small ornamental plum with a pendulous, weeping outline, burgundy-purple foliage, and fragrant blush-pink flowers from late winter into early spring. Star Roses lists a mature range of 7–10 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide, full sun, and USDA zones 5–9. [Star Roses and Plants](https://starrosesandplants.com/plants/purple-plunge-prunus) · [Patent description](https://patents.justia.com/patent/PP32190) ## Garden use Use this compact selection as a focal point where its cascading branches can be seen without crowding paths. New leaves emerge in purple tones and retain burgundy color through the growing season. The patent description identifies the selection as ‘NCPR-7’ and describes its weeping habit and dark foliage; fruit has not been observed in the patent’s evaluation. The listed dimensions are approximate and can vary with site and care. ## Maintenance Plant in full sun for the strongest purple foliage. Water regularly until established, then water during extended dry periods. Prune after flowering to shape the canopy and remove damaged branches; avoid routine heavy pruning that would obscure its natural cascading form.