Prunus fasciculata

Also Known As

Desert Almond
Desert Range Almond

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 7'

planting zones

7a-10b

Prunus fasciculata plant details

Prunus fasciculata is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus fasciculata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 7 FT wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus fasciculata

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Growing in thickets on rocky slopes of the high desert of the American Southwest, this drought-tolerant 6-8' shrub has masses of tiny white flowers followed by small, bitter almonds encased in fuzzy drupes on sharp-tipped branches. This is a wonderful choice for Xeriscape gardens. The drupe was eaten extensively by Native Americans while the actually almonds are high in hydrocyanic acid (cyanide) and it isn't advisable to eat them in quantity. S/D/GDR