Prunus ×persicoides Prunus ×persicoides

Rosaceae

Prunus ×persicoides Prunus ×persicoides

Small tree with a round, loose crown and a height about 4 - 6 m. The twigs on the sunny side are brownish-red and sometimes thorny. The green leaves are lanceolate and 7 - 12 cm long, with a pointed tip and the leaf edge is finely serrated. An early-flowering cultivar that flowers in March and April. The flowers are 3 - 5 cm in size and turn from pink to almost white. They are single or arranged with 2 flowers together. Forms edible, peachy fruits. Solitary for parks and gardens. Prefers moist soil and a fairly sunny position. Reasonably resistant to wind. Hardiness zone: 6a

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Specifications
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Height
4-6 m
Width
6-8m
Crown
round/spherical, half-open crown
Bark and branches
brown, grey
Leaf
green
Flowers
pink, white, flowers in March
Fruits
edible fruits
Spines/thorns
Yes
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil, calcareous soil
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
fairly
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant)
Application
tree containers, small gardens, patio gardens
Synonyms
Prunus ×amygdalopersica
calcareous soil clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for wet soil 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres half-open crown green pink white March average growing Conspicuous bloom valuable for bees (honey plant) non-toxic (usually) Edible fruits yes
Frequently asked questions
Prunus ×persicoides

Prunus ×persicoides can eventually reach a height of 4-6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Prunus ×persicoides is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 4-6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Prunus ×persicoides is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Prunus ×persicoides 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 ×persicoides blooms in march.
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