Prunus glandulosa ‘Rosea Plena’
Overview
Uses: Specimen shrub, spring borders, foundation plantings, cottage gardens, and mixed landscape beds.
Benefits: Produces abundant double pink blossoms that cover the stems in early spring before foliage fully emerges. Compact and cold-hardy, this shrub delivers reliable seasonal color with a naturally rounded form.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Sun: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Life Cycle: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Rounded, Mounding — multi-stem shrub with dense branching.
Bloom Color: Pink
Mature Height: 4–5'
Mature Width: 3–4'
Bloom Season: Spring
Growth Rate: Moderate
Summary
A cloud of soft pink blossoms announces the arrival of spring.
Prunus glandulosa ‘Rosea Plena’, commonly known as Flowering Almond, is prized for its abundant double pink blooms that line bare stems in early to mid-spring. The dense floral display creates a soft, romantic effect in borders and foundation plantings.
This compact shrub maintains a naturally rounded form and fits comfortably into smaller landscapes. Its early bloom timing provides valuable color before many other shrubs begin flowering, helping extend the seasonal interest of the garden.
Flowering Almond works well as a specimen, in group plantings, or integrated into mixed shrub borders where spring impact is desired.
Care
Flowering Almond Care
Plant in full sun to partial shade. Best flowering occurs with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
Prefers well-drained soil. Avoid consistently saturated conditions.
Water regularly during establishment and during extended dry periods. Allow soil to drain between watering.
Apply a
slow release fertilizer
in early spring to support healthy growth and flowering.
Prune lightly after flowering if shaping is desired. Avoid heavy pruning, as flower buds form on older wood.
Size
What Size is the Flowering Almond for Sale Online?
Plants ship in a greenhouse-grade grow pot at an actively growing stage. Size at shipment varies seasonally. If you would like current height details prior to ordering, please
contact us
.
How Large Does Flowering Almond Grow?
At maturity, this shrub typically reaches 4–5 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide, forming a compact, rounded presence in the landscape.
Additional Information
What is the botanical name of Flowering Almond?
The botanical name is Prunus glandulosa ‘Rosea Plena’.
What are some common names for this plant?
This plant is commonly known as Flowering Almond or Pink Flowering Almond.
Is Flowering Almond suitable for cold climates?
Yes. It is hardy in Zones 4–8 and performs reliably in colder regions when planted in well-drained soil. You can explore additional hardy shrubs in our
Shrubs & Bushes collection.
Can Flowering Almond be used in small landscapes?
Its compact mature size makes it suitable for smaller yards and foundation plantings. For more spring-blooming options, browse our
Azaleas and
Perennials collections.
