The Flowering Almond (Prunus triloba) is an elegant deciduous shrub or small tree celebrated for its profuse display of double pink blossoms each spring. These non-GMO Flowering Almond seeds grow into compact, ornamental plants that bring early-season color and fragrance to any garden or landscape.
A long-standing favorite for its charm and adaptability, the Flowering Almond makes an excellent choice for borders, specimen planting, or flowering hedges. Its dense growth habit, cold hardiness, and spectacular blooms make it a garden essential.
Key Features
- Produces clusters of fragrant, double pink flowers in early spring
- Non-GMO, hardy ornamental shrub or small tree
- Excellent for hedges, borders, or landscape focal points
- Adapts well to most soils and climates
- Early-season bloomer that attracts pollinators
Specifications
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Flowering Almond / Double Flowering Plum |
| Scientific Name | Prunus triloba |
| Plant Type | Deciduous Flowering Shrub or Small Tree |
| Growth Habit | Upright, multi-stemmed form |
| Heirloom | Yes |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO |
| Organic | Naturally untreated seed form |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 4–8 |
| Sunlight Requirement | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil Type | Well-drained loam or sandy soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Season | Plant in spring or fall |
| Watering | Moderate; keep moist but not soggy |
| Days to Germination | 30–90 days (requires cold stratification) |
| Mature Height | 8–12 feet |
| Spread | 6–10 feet |
| Flower Color | Double pink blossoms |
| Fragrance | Sweet, mild spring fragrance |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes; attracts bees and butterflies |
| Maintenance | Low to moderate; prune after flowering for shape |
Planting Guide
- Seed Preparation: Stratify seeds for 8–10 weeks in moist sand or peat at 35–40°F.
- Planting Depth: Sow ½ inch deep in well-drained soil.
- Temperature: Maintain 65–75°F for germination after stratification.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost danger has passed.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment.
- Care: Prune immediately after flowering to shape and encourage new growth.
