Pink Flowering Almond

Edible fruit production: Produces tart plums ideal for jams, jellies, and preserves.
Salt & drought tolerant: Excellent for tough sites, including sandy or coastal landscapes.
Wildlife support: Provides nectar for pollinators and fruit for birds.
Erosion control: Spreading roots help stabilize dunes and slopes.
Seasonal appeal: Spring flowers and colorful summer fruit add visual interest.

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Pink Flowering Almond

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Pink Flowering Almond

A rugged, native shrub prized for its fragrant spring blooms and edible fruit. Beach Plum is well-suited to coastal and sandy environments, offering both ornamental beauty and practical value for wildlife and culinary use.

General Information:

Botanical Name: Prunus maritima
Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub
Mature Height: 4–6 feet
Mature Spread: 5–7 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Flowering and Flower Color: Showy white flowers bloom in early to mid-spring, followed by purple to deep blue fruit in late summer.

Geographic Guidance:

Beach Plum thrives in the Northeast US, Mid-Atlantic, and other coastal or sandy regions, as well as inland areas with well-drained, sandy soils.

Why Choose This Plant?

Consider Beach Plum for a resilient, multi-purpose shrub with both beauty and function.

Edible fruit production: Produces tart plums ideal for jams, jellies, and preserves.
Salt & drought tolerant: Excellent for tough sites, including sandy or coastal landscapes.
Wildlife support: Provides nectar for pollinators and fruit for birds.
Erosion control: Spreading roots help stabilize dunes and slopes.
Seasonal appeal: Spring flowers and colorful summer fruit add visual interest.

Complete Care & Growing Guide

Light Requirements
Requires full sun for best flowering and fruit production.

Soil
Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils; highly tolerant of poor, nutrient-deficient conditions.

Watering
Moderate water needs during establishment. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental watering.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: This is a large landscape tree and as such, requires a bit of planning before planting. First, measure the area where you would like to plant your hedge or row. You will need the length of the area of planting to estimate the number of trees you need.

When planting, dig a hole for each tree that is three times as wide as the root ball but just as deep. Place the tree, fill in around the tree with the same soil you took out when initially digging the hole. Finally, tamp down as you fill to cut back on any air pockets from forming, water the tree, then mulch to conserve moisture.

2. Watering: For the first two weeks, water your new tree every other day by holding a hose around it and counting to 20. If you don’t have a hose, 2 large watering cans full of water will do (smaller trees may only need a light soaking so a single can may suffice).

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FAQs

Do I need more than one plant for fruiting?

While some plants may self-pollinate, planting multiple shrubs improves fruit set and yield.
Is it deer-resistant?

Moderately deer-resistant, though deer may browse foliage in some areas.
When is the fruit ready to harvest?

Typically in late summer, when the plums turn deep purple and soften slightly.

Shipping Details

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Mature Height	Large: Up to 6 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate
Botanical Name	Prunus glandulosa 'Rosea Plena'
Bloom Time	Early Spring
Deer Resistant	No
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	Pink
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#7 Container

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