Prunus dulcis - 1/2 STEM, GIRTH 10-12 CM C15

Description
The Common almond (Prunus dulcis) produces brown, medium-sized fruits. They are oval and have an aromatic, nutty flavour. A calcareous, loose, dry soil and a sunny location create ideal conditions for a high-yielding harvest from September. Its white flowers are a beautiful sight. The Common almond grows upright to a height of around 7 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Prunus amygdalus.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic, nutty flavour * attractive yellow autumn colouring * not suitable for overgrowing, trunk protection recommended

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Common almond are light green, lanceolate. Common almond turns bright yellow in autumn.

Bark
Grey-brown, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Frost hardiness
The Common almond has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Prunus dulcis prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Fruit trees planted in spring must be watered generously throughout the summer. Well-rooted plants only require additional water in extremely dry conditions. - A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
Prunus dulcis forms white flowers from March.

Fruit
The brown, medium-sized drupes have an aromatic, nutty flavour. The skin of these oval drupes is hairy and rough. Ripening time from September.

Use
Cosmetics, consumption, fresh consumption

Root
Prunus dulcis is a taproot.