Prunus subhirtella 'Autumnalis' is a densely branched large shrub or medium-sized tree with sloping and slightly arching branches. The tree has a broad vase-shaped crown. Height 6 - 8 m. The leaves unfurl green and have a yellow to orange-yellow autumn colour. Flowering repeats from November to the end of April, except during periods of frost. The semi-double flowers are very light pink (almost white), the buds darker. Due to the long flowering period, the plant does not flower richly at one time. 'Autumnalis' is used as a park tree. Hardiness zone: 5b
avenues and broad streets, parks, squares, cemeteries, large gardens, small gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Clear stem treeMulti-stem treecalcareous soilclay soilloamy soilsandy soiltolerates no pavingresistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)vase-shaped2nd size, between 6 and 12 metreshalf-open crowngreenpinkOctoberaverage growingConspicuous bloomAttractive autumn colourvaluable for bees (honey plant)non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Prunus ×subhirtella 'Autumnalis'
Prunus ×subhirtella 'Autumnalis' can eventually reach a height of 6-8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Prunus ×subhirtella 'Autumnalis' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 6-8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The leaves of Prunus ×subhirtella 'Autumnalis' turn yellow, orange in autumn.
The right time to plant Prunus ×subhirtella 'Autumnalis' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Prunus ×subhirtella 'Autumnalis' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.
Prunus ×subhirtella 'Autumnalis' blooms in october.