Prunus fruticosa 'Globosa' - STEM 225 CM, GIRTH 16-18 CM RB

Description
These produce dark red, round fruits from June. They are small and exude a light fragrance.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * heat tolerant, resistant to urban climates

Bark
Red-brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Ground cherry 'Globosa' is roundish in structure. Slow growing.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Care
- 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.

Flower
The white flowers appear in umbels from April to May. These are slightly scented.

fruit
The dark red, round fruits of Prunus fruticosa 'Globosa' are particularly decorative. These appear from June and are small.

Use
Solitary, bee pasture, small/front garden

Root
Stoloniferous.