Plum blossom: the plant that brings joy

Its rose-shaped flowers are white and pink. It is very drought-resistant.

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FLOWERING PLUM TREE

The flowering plum is a genus of rustic decorative shrubs (or trees), particularly appreciated for the colour of the foliage and for the abundant bloomsThe flowers are rose-shaped, generally white or pink and scented, the leaves are bright green, ovate and deciduous. Among the best-known species: Prunus triloba also called Chinese almond, with very decorative double or extra-double flowers;  Prunus cerasifera “Pissardii”, with dark red leaves, pink flowers and small bronze fruits and Prunus subhirtella, with abundant pink flowers.

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HOW TO GROW

The rose plum tree is easily grown in the garden, to line the edges of flowerbeds or even to mark borders. It brings cheer with its vibrant colors, even in autumn. 

EXPOSURE AND CLIMATE

The plum plants from flower They prefer temperate climates, but they can withstand low temperatures (in order to flower they must have satisfied their cold requirements). They prefer the full sun but they can tolerate light shading during the hottest hours. 

SOIL AND CULTIVATION CARE

They adapt to any soil, but prefer deep, loose, well-draining soils rich in organic matter. They appreciate organic fertilizers such as manure or manure. Do not fertilize during dry periods. Pruning should be done after flowering. 

SOWING AND FLOWERING

They propagate by seed in spring or by woody cuttings in autumn. They flower in March. 

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IRRIGATION AND PRUNING

They resist long periods of drought. pruning It must be very light, so as not to cause problems for the plant. Simply lighten the crown and remove dead branches. 

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FIORITURA

The flowering plum tree comes in spring and is usually very abundant. The flowers are white or pink and can be single or double. 

PROBLEMS AND REMEDIES

Some species of flowering plum are subject to aphid attack, mealybugs and also to cryptogamic infections producing gummosis and monoliosis (the latter often following drastic pruning). In these cases, specific products must be used. 

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