Ottawa Conservation District
16731 Ferris Street
Grand Haven, MI 49417
616.846.8770 ext. 5 phone
616.842.2820 fax
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
www.ottawacd.org
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Tree Descriptions

American Plum (Cephalanthus occidentalis)

Height: 12-25’
Width: 20
Growth Rate: slow
Soil: sand to loam
Moisture: medium
Shade Tolerance:  full sun to part shade
Bloom Time: March
Flower Color: white
Uses: wildlife, ornamental
Spacing: minimum 8’ x 8’
Habitat: tolerant of various soil conditions. Moderately drought and salt spray tolerant.


Used in the landscape as a specimen tree or in group plantings. Can be planted under powerlines. Fruits are edible and will attract birds. Frequently browsed by deer.