Prunus mahaleb

Europe to West Asia.

Mahaleb Cherry is a sprawling, multi-stemmed large shrub with a translucent crown. It usually reaches a height of 4 - 10 m and is approx. 4 - 10 m wide. It usually grows 30 - 40 cm per year.

The shoots of Prunus mahaleb are grey-green.

Grey, fielded, longitudinally furrowed bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The white flowers of Mahaleb Cherry appear in umbels from April to May.

The black, round drupes of Prunus mahaleb are particularly decorative. These appear from July.

Prunus mahaleb is a deep-rooting plant.

Preferred location in a sunny position.

The Mahaleb Cherry has good frost hardiness.

No special requirements.

Solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture, hedge, bird food plant

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.
- Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).