Prunus 'Umineko' - 150-175 CM FTH WHIP C12

Description
The red shoots are also an interesting sight.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * attractive orange-red, purple autumn colouring * red shoots * stem protection recommended

Leaves
Attractive orange-red to purple autumn colouring.

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

Growth habit
Multi-stemmed, columnar.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

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 white, cupped flowers appear in April. They grow to about 2 - 3 cm and are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture