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Prunus triloba

Cherry - Ornamental

Prunus triloba

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Close up of heavy blooming white Prunus triloba blooms
  • Spring color
  • Adaptable
  • Shade tolerant
Description

Also known as double flowering plum or flowering almond, Prunus triloba is a real show-stopper in spring. It is covered with masses of rich pink blooms in late April to early May. It is a large shrub or small tree with a spreading habit and bronse yellow fall color. Very hardy. May be pruned to maintain at a smaller size.

USDA Zone
3 - 8 (-40°F/-40°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
10 - 12'
Width
10 - 12'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn,

Soil

Adaptable to all well-drained soils.

Pruning

Little pruning is required, aside from selective removal of branches to enhance form if desired. Blooms on old wood; prune only after blooming.

Uses

Specimen plant; mixed borders.

Growing Tips

For the longest lasting floral display, avoid exposed sites.

Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil

Filters: Botanical genus: Prunus, Common name: Cherry - Ornamental, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage

Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil

Filters: Botanical genus: Prunus, Common name: Cherry - Ornamental, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage