Prunus avium ‘Plena’ Tree | Hillier Trees

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Specialities

Tolerances

Wet Soil: Low

Dry Soil: Medium

Lime: Medium

The medium-sized Prunus avium ‘Plena’ stands out as one of the most charming flowering trees. This cultivar, belonging to the cherry family, stands out as one of the loveliest flowering trees.

During late spring to early summer, branches of the ‘Plena’ are adorned with an abundance of dropping, double pure white flowers. Depending on the weather conditions, these flowers persist for at least 2-3 weeks. As the leaves unfurl, they showcase an initial bronze tinge that matures into a mid-green. The leaves are elliptical in shape.

Notably, the ‘Plena’ variety is sterile and does not produce fruit, unlike the fruit-bearing Prunus avium.

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Size

Medium

10m high x 5m wide after 25 years

Environment

This particular variety is well-suited for creating a stunning flowering avenue.

Canopy

Begins a pyramidal shape, gradually becoming broadly columnar.

Foliage

Leaves emerge bronze tinged, turning a vibrant mid-green as they mature. In autumn, these transition to deep crimson red.

Flowers

Masses of drooping double pure white flowers in spring.

Resilience

Will do well in most soil types as long as it is well-drained. Likes full sun.

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