- Family :
- Rosaceae
- Origin :
- Horticultural
- Hardiness Zone :
- 4b
- Light requirement :
- Full sun
- Height at maturity :
- 5 m
- Spread at maturity :
- 4 m
- Spacing requirement from power lines and infrastructure :
- None
- Tree size :
- Small
- Crown shape :
- Irregular
- Fertility :
- Self-fertile, but more productive with another Prunus domestica nearby. Good pollinator.
- Growth rate :
- Fast
- Soil and moisture :
- Prefers a well-drained soil.
- Roots :
- Intermediate root system
- Tolerance to pollution :
- Low
- Tolerance to spray salt :
- Low
- Tolerance to road salt :
- Low
- Tolerance to compaction :
- Low
- Common problems (disease, fungus, insects) :
- Good disease resistance.
- Special comments :
- Install a tree guard on the trunk the first few years; Water thoroughly immediately after planting and during periods of drought for the first few years following planting; Good fruits to eat fresh, to cook and to store.
- Photo sources :
- https://jardinjasmin.com/product/prunier-italien/
