Prunus padus Standard

Origin: Europe, Asia. Large shrub or small tree with ovoidal, dense crown and dark grey bark. Leathery, finely dentate, pale green leaves which are bluish underneath; beautiful autumn colouring of yellow or red. Small, white flowers which smell of almonds. The flowers hang in long racemes from April to May and are followed by black fruit appetizing to birds. Prefers siliceous soil but also grows in peaty soil.

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