Photo of Prunus tenella flower by Panayoti Kelaidis

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Prunus tenella

Also Known As

  • Dwarf Russian Almond

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 2a-6b

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Prunus tenella plant details

Prunus tenella is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus tenella

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus tenella

USDA Zones: 2a - 6b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, wind
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?A charming small shrub? (Hillier) with bright-pink spring flowers on long glabrous stems; small almond-like fruits. S/M
A suckering, Western Asia and Siberia shrub grown for it's showy 3/4" pink to rose flowers which literally smother the plant in early spring and are followed by almond looking nuts. Shrub with dark green deciduous foliage. Pink sharp flowers. Oval, velvety, gray-yellow fruits reminding almonds. It forms dense thickets that are great for banks, erosion and are excellent for wildlife food and cover.

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

Gardening facts about Prunus tenella plant

How to Grow Prunus tenella

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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