Prunus cerasifera is a species of plum known by the common names cherry plum and myrobalan plum. It is native to Southeast Europe and Western Asia, and is naturalised in the British Isles and scattered locations in North America.

Do cherry plums grow in Florida?

In order to successfully produce fruit and grow Plum trees in Florida you need to plant Florida friendly varieties. These are low chill hour variety of plum trees. All of the recommended varieties here come from the University of Florida. Gulfgold and Gulfruby were developed by the University as well.

Where do plums grow best?

Plum trees grow best in U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zone 3–8. The American hybrid (Prunus americana) plum grows well in northern New England, while the Japanese (Prunus salicina) is more acclimatized to the warmer South and its short chill season. The European (Prunus domestica) grows well in both regions.