Prunus glandulosa 'Rosea Plena'
(Dwarf Flowering Almond, Pink Flowering Almond)

Family:  Rosaceae
Light:  Full sun/sun-part shade
Height:  4-6'
Spacing:  4-6'
Blooms:  Small, deep pink buds turns to light pink, round, double, ruffled, cherry-like, early Spring
Foliage:  Deciduous, shiny, pale to mid-green turns yellow in Fall
Soil:  Well-drained, drought tolerant
Water:  Regular
Uses:  Landscape, ornamental, foundation, accent, specimen, border
Propagation:  Softwood cuttings

Comments:  Prunus glandulosa 'Rosea Plena' or Dwarf Flowering Almond or Pink Flowering Almond is an ornamental deciduous shrub with an erect growth habit.  In early Spring, abundant red buds appear along twigs which open into showy small, double-ruffled, round cherry-like blossoms.  The flowers appear before the foliage does.  Butterflies and bees are magnetized by its nectar-rich blossoms.  Prunus glandulosa 'Rosea Plena' has shiny green leaves which turn into lovely yellow in the Fall adding much interest in the landscape.  Pink Dwarf Flowering Almond is easily propagated from softwood cuttings.  It thrives best in well-drained soil in a sunny or part sun location.  Pink Flowering Almond is low maintenance and tolerates drought conditions.  It makes a delightful accent or specimen bush in the dry landscape.  Use Prunus glandulosa 'Rosea Plena' as a border or foundation plant.  This beautiful compact bush attracts a lot of attention and definitely stops foot traffic.

USDA Zones:  4-8