Prunus dulcis – Prunus dulcis

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Prunus dulcis – Prunus dulcis

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Specifications
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Height
5-10 m
Crown
broad ovoid
Bark and branches
branches green to purple brown: bark dark brown, smooth, grooved only at the base in older trees
Leaf
ovoid to lanceolate, 6-12 cm, glossy green
Flowers
single or in pairs, pink to white, March-April
Fruits
stone fruit, ovoid elongated, up to 5 cm in size, stone-smooth (almond)
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
7a (-17,7 to -15,0 °C)
Wind resistance
fairly, good
Other resistances
can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), valuable for butterflies
Application
parks, tree containers, cemeteries, large gardens, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree
Origin
North Africa, Middle East
Synonyms
Prunus amygdalus
Clear stem tree clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving can withstand wind broad ovoid 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres half-open crown green pink white April March average growing Conspicuous bloom valuable for bees (honey plant) valuable for butterflies non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing Ornamental fruit Edible fruits
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Frequently asked questions
Prunus dulcis

Prunus dulcis can eventually reach a height of 5-10 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Prunus dulcis is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 5-10 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

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