Dwarf Russian almond (Prunus tenella)
Care, watering, light and tips for Dwarf Russian almond on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Rosaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Dwarf Russian almond
Prunus tenella, known as Dwarf Russian Almond or Dwarf Cherry, is a small deciduous shrub prized for its spectacular spring bloom of pink flowers. Its slender branches and profusion of blossoms make it ideal for garden borders, rock gardens, or as a specimen plant in smaller gardens. It adds a delicate and vibrant touch to the landscape before the foliage emerges.
Native range
Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Care tips
This shrub requires full sun for abundant flowering and optimal development, though it toler tolerates some partial shade. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings; it is susceptible to waterlogging. It prefers well-drained, fertile, and slightly alkaline soils. Avoid excessive and drastic pruning, limiting yourself to removing dead or diseased branches after flowering.
How to save a dying Dwarf Russian almond
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, wilting leaves; dry shoots; lack of flowering or fruit.
- First aid
- Check drainage and watering. If potted, consider repotting with fresh soil. Prune dry branches.
- What kills it
- Excessive moisture and poor drainage, causing root rot. Also prolonged drought.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't fully rotten and there are green shoots. Act quickly.