Prunus subhirtella 'Fukubana' - 175-200 CM C20

Description
The Higan cherry 'Fukubana' (Prunus subhirtella) is an upright, overhanging, picturesque large shrub that produces dark pink, cupped flowers. They appear in April. The Higan cherry 'Fukubana' also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, humus-rich, calcareous soil, it usually reaches a height of around 6 metres and grows to a width of around 4 metres.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large shrub * the blossoms are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * attractive orange-red autumn colouring * suitable for containers * can be planted over, stem protection recommended

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Higan cherry 'Fukubana' are dark green, ovate, alternate, serrated. They are about 6 - 8 cm in size. Higan cherry 'Fukubana' turns bright orange-red in autumn.

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Higan cherry 'Fukubana' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, overhanging, picturesque.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

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

Care
- 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. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The dark pink, cupped flowers are semi-double and appear in April.

Use
Container, cutting, specimen, ornamental shrub, bee pasture

Root
Prunus subhirtella 'Fukubana' is a deep-rooting plant.