Dwarf Flowering Almond (Prunus glandulosa)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Dwarf Flowering Almond
Prunus glandulosa

Flowers of Dwarf Flowering Almond
Flowers of Dwarf Flowering Almond
 
Features
White or pink flowers (single or double depending on cultivar) in spring; fruit are small red cherries, usually produced in small numbers (or not at all on cultivars with double flowers). 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well-drained soils best. 
 
Cultivars
  • 'Alba Plena' - Double white flowers.
  • 'Rosea Plena' - Double pink flowers.
 
 
Mature Height
4-5 Feet
 
Size
Small
 
 
Mature Width
3-4 Feet
 
Mature Form
Rounded 
 
Native To:
China and Japan 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 9 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
Wind
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Uses
Border
Foundation
Massing
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

All species of Prunus are prone to a number of disease and insect problems. The most serious problems of this species are borers.
 
Additional Notes
This species tends to be short lived (usually declines after 10 years); mice can be damaging to this species.

 

 
Related Resources
Home, Yard & Garden Pest Guide
Illinois Commercial Landscape and Turfgrass Pest Management Handbook
U of IL - Distance Diagnosis through Digital Imaging
U of IL - Plant Clinic