Prunus glandulosa Rosea

Prunus glandulosa Rosea

Why Buy Me?

• Pretty flowers in clusters
• Evergreen
• Compact and easy to grow

Growing Conditions

• Light:
  Full sun for best flowering. Tolerates light shade, but with fewer blossoms.

• Soil:
  Well-drained soil. Prefers moderately fertile, moist, loamy soil. Tolerates a range of soil types if drainage is good.

• Exposure:
  Sheltered position recommended. Protect from strong winds that can damage the delicate early blooms.

• Drought Tolerance:
  Moderate. Once established, tolerates short dry periods, but performs best with consistent moisture during the growing season.

Cultivation & Care

• Planting Time:
  Best planted in spring or autumn, when soil is warm and moist.

• Spacing:
  Space about 1–1.5 metres (3–5 feet) apart. Grows as a compact shrub or can be trained as a small standard.

• Watering & Fertilization:
  Water regularly during establishment. Once established, water during prolonged dry spells. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to support flowering and healthy growth.

• Mulching & Pruning:
  Mulch in spring to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Prune immediately after flowering, removing faded blooms and any crossing or weak branches to encourage shape and strength.

• Propagation:
  Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or by grafting onto a compatible rootstock.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring:
  Masses of double, soft pink blossoms cover bare branches before leaves emerge — a striking early-spring display.

• Summer:
  Green, finely textured foliage creates a compact, bushy form.

• Autumn:
  Leaves may turn yellow before dropping. Branch structure becomes more visible.

• Winter:
  Deciduous. Bare stems remain tidy and prepare for spring bloom.

Wildlife & Garden Use

• Wildlife:
  Flowers attract early pollinators, particularly bees.

• Garden Use:
  Perfect for small gardens, spring borders, containers, or as a specimen shrub. Can also be used in courtyard gardens or Asian-style planting schemes.

• Companion Plants:
  Looks stunning with spring bulbs (like crocus and narcissus), early-blooming perennials (like pulmonaria and hellebores), and other flowering shrubs like Forsythia, Chaenomeles, and Spiraea.

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