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Flowering almond

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Hardiness Zone 3

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Flowering almond

FamilyRosaceae

Prunus triloba, commonly known as flowering almond or flowering plum, is a deciduous ornamental shrub highly valued for its spectacular spring bloom, forming numerous double pink flowers that brighten up beds, borders, or small flowering hedges. Its rounded, dense habit brings a delicate structure to the garden and easily integrates into mixed plantings or small landscaped areas. It thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, fertile, and cool soil, and requires moderate watering, especially during dry periods, to promote generous flowering. In addition to its major aesthetic appeal, this shrub attracts pollinators early in the season and can be used as a focal point in cottage, Japanese, or contemporary garden designs. Easy to maintain and relatively hardy, it remains an excellent choice for adding color and dynamism from the first warm days.

Flowering almond

Soil and care

The rightconditions.

Fertilization Light spring intake

Bloom and dimensions

The completeprofile.

Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorPink
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall, unattractive dried fruits
Maximum height8 ft (2.5 m)
Maximum width2 m (6 ft)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature-35 °C (-31 °F)