'Princess' Almond Tree | Prunus dulcis
Sweet almonds and scented blooms
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Princess' Almond Tree
Prunus dulcis
- A highly attractive and compact tree with clouds of scented pale pink blossom in spring
- Produces high quality sweet almonds in soft shells
- Harvest from late September
- Self fertile - you only need one tree for a good crop
- Grow in full sun on a south or west facing wall, or in a greenhouse or conservatory
- Grows to 5 x 5m but can be pruned to fit any size of garden
- Almonds can be eaten straight from the tree or used in baking and desserts
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
You can grow the 'Princess' almond tree in a pot of at least 50 centimetres, ensuring it is sheltered during severe frosts below -4 degrees Celsius.
How big does it get?
The Princess Almond Tree typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 4.5 metres and a spread of 3 to 4 metres, though this can be restricted by using dwarfing rootstocks.
How much sunlight does this need?
For optimal growth and fruit production, planting Princess Almond in a location that receives full sunlight, ideally at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day, is essential. It thrives in a warm, sunny position with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Princess' almond tree prefers well-drained, fertile, and slightly acidic sandy loam soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Princess' Almond Tree requires regular watering of 3 to 5 centimetres weekly to ensure healthy growth and sweet almond production.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Princess' Almond Tree will need pruning. Prune during the dormant season, removing about 10 to 15 centimetres of growth to maintain a healthy structure.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Princess' almond tree holds an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through most of the UK down to temperatures between -5°C and -10°C, though it may require winter protection in central and northerly locations or exposed sites.
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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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