Prunus Southern Gem

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Prunus autumnalis Southern Gem

Prunus Southern Gem is a variety of flowering Cherry that features masses of fragrant flowers in late winter. The semi-double blooms are flushed with pink and borne on the naked stems before the leaves emerge. It bears green foliage which develops yellow, orange, and purple tones in autumn before falling, and typically grows to 4 m tall and 3 m wide. Prunus Southern Gem is stunning when in flower and is commonly grown as a specimen, added to a mixed planting, or included in an avenue planting.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	4.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Avenues, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Prunus autumnalis Southern Gem

Prunus Southern Gem Details

Prunus Southern Gem is a variety of flowering Cherry that features masses of fragrant flowers in late winter. The semi-double blooms are flushed with pink and borne on the naked stems before the leaves emerge. The display on the gently arching branches is outstanding. It bears green foliage which develops yellow, orange, and purple tones in autumn before falling, and typically grows to 4 m tall and 3 m wide. Best results with this tree are achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained site, though it is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and periods of dry. Prunus Southern Gem is stunning when in flower and makes a fine addition to any garden. It is commonly grown as a specimen, added to a mixed planting, or included in an avenue planting.