Prunus himalaica
Himalayan cherry
P. himalaica is a deciduous flowering cherry tree, of columnar habit to 3-5m in height, that is noted for its attractive coppery-purple trunk and branches and its peeling bark. Flowers are white in mid to late spring
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Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Brown Grey Silver Red | White | Green | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Brown Grey Silver Red | Green | ||
| Autumn | Brown Grey Silver Red | Yellow | ||
| Winter | Brown Grey Silver Red |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Prunus can be deciduous or evergreen trees or shrubs with showy flowers in spring, and often good autumn foliage colour. Some have edible fruit in autumn, and a few species have ornamental bark
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Nepal
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed, chip budding or grafting, although softwood cuttings in early summer with bottom heat may also be successful
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pruning group 1. Only light pruning required. Prune in mid-summer if silver leaf is a problem
Pests
May be susceptible to caterpillars, leaf-mining moths and bullfinches
Diseases
May be susceptible to peach leaf curl, silver leaf, bacterial canker, blossom wilt and honey fungus. High Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa
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