Plum Blossom Tree | Prunus blireana
A spectacular small blossom tree
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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Plum Blossom Tree
Prunus blireana
- A compact blossom tree boasting clusters of large, semi-double pink flowers with a lovely light scent
- Flowers during March and April
- Foliage emerges bronze-purple and matures to dark green
- A spectacular feature as a focal point in a small garden or as part of a mixed border in a larger garden
- Slow growing and easy to look after - plant in full sun for the best blossom
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Plum Blossom Tree adapts well to pots. Use a 50-60cm pot. It can be grown long-term but requires vigilant watering in summer. Protect the pot during severe winters below -5°C.
How big does it get?
The Plum Blossom Tree typically reaches a height of 4 to 5 metres, with a spread of 3 to 4 metres, although it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.
How much sunlight does this need?
Plum Blossom Tree prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to thrive.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Plum Blossom Tree prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil, but is quite adaptable to most soil types including clay, loam, and chalk. It tolerates winter ground temperatures down to -10°C. Plant in a hole at least 50cm wide for best results.
How much watering does this plant need?
Plum Blossom Tree requires regular watering, especially during its first few years of establishment. Provide approximately 10 to 20 litres of water per week, ensuring the soil remains moist but well-drained. During hot weather above 25°C, increase watering frequency to prevent the roots from drying out.
Will this plant need pruning?
Plum Blossom Tree generally requires pruning in mid-summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf disease, removing crossing branches to open up the canopy by about 0.5m.
How hardy is this plant?
Prunus blireana is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H6, enduring temperatures between -15°C and -20°C.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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