Prunus x cistena, ornamental plum, 3 litre pot

Add colour and decorative appeal to your garden with the Prunus x cistena, also known as ornamental plum or red-leaved ornamental cherry. This hardy, deciduous shrub stands out for its deep red to purple leaves and its profuse display of fragrant white-pink flowers in April and May. Thanks to its compact and dense growth habit, this ornamental shrub Perfect for smaller gardens, borders, pots or as a specimen plant.

✔ Deep red leaf which adds a splash of colour from spring to autumn
✔ White and pink flowers in April–May – fragrant and bee-friendly
✔ Compact growth – ideal for pots, patios or small gardens
✔ Very hardy – can withstand cold Dutch winters
✔ Low-maintenance – no pruning required, but topiary pruning is possible

Pitch & care:
The Prunus x cistena It thrives best in a sunny to semi-shaded position in well-drained, humus-rich soil. This ornamental shrub is suitable for sandy, loamy, clay loam and light clay soils. An annual layer of mulch keeps the roots healthy and promotes flowering.

Characteristics of Prunus x cistena:

• Height at the withers: approx. 40–60 cm

• Pot size: 3 litres

• Mature height: up to 250 cm

• Flowering: April - May

• Flower colour: white-pink

• Leaf colour: red/purple

• Hardiness: down to -25°C (zone 5)

• Location: sun – partial shade

• Deciduous: yes

• Growth habit: shrub-like, densely branched

Applications:
This ornamental cherries is perfect as a standalone feature, a hedge plant or a splash of colour in a border. The plant also thrives in large flower pots. The ornamental plum It combines beautifully with perennials and other shrubs with light-green foliage or white flowers.