Prunus lusitanica |
Native Region: Spain, Portugal
Zone Range: 07-09
Preferred Climate: Temperate to Mediterranean
Harvest Date: Tuesday 27 September, 2005
Seed count: 15-20
Description:
An attractive evergreen tree, this plant is often wasted as hedging material. The clusters of white blooms are rarely seen on hedges but are displayed in profusion when this treasure is allowed to reach its full potential. Well suited to bonsai. Height/spread 20 feet.
Cultivation:
Sow seed in containers in autumn or spring. Maintain even, but not excessive, moisture. Grow on in any good garden soil. Hardy to -15°C (5°F), although leaves may be severely damaged by exposure to sun during freezing weather. For maximum freshness, please keep seed refrigerated in its original packaging until it is time to plant.
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