Product description
Grafted onto a dwarfing rootstock and trained as an elegant standard tree, the Prunus 'Bonaparte' is a classic and productive eye-catcher for any garden space. Its main season of interest is a magnificent but fleeting period in spring, when a profusion of five-petalled blossoms appear directly on its bare branches; the flowers are a stunning, pure white, creating a beautiful cloud of colour. These lightly scented blooms are a vital early nectar source for pollinators, guaranteeing a lively display of visiting bees at the start of the season. As a fruiting tree, it requires a position in full sun to both encourage this floral display and to effectively ripen its crop of summer cherries.
To create a more finished and attractive display, consider underplanting your Prunus 'Bonaparte' patio tree with suitable companion plants. The key is to select partners that are happy with the same conditions: a spot in full sun and a rich, yet well-drained, loam-based soil. A classic and beautiful pairing is to underplant the tree with spring-flowering bulbs like miniature Daffodils (Narcissus). These will bloom at the same time as the cherry tree's white blossom, creating a stunning, multi-layered spring spectacle before dying back as the tree's summer foliage takes over. This approach provides a burst of early-season colour at ground level and perfectly complements the tree's elegant form.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Prunus 'Bonaparte' Patio Tree
Prunus 'Bonaparte' Patio Tree
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Product description
Grafted onto a dwarfing rootstock and trained as an elegant standard tree, the Prunus 'Bonaparte' is a classic and productive eye-catcher for any garden space. Its main season of interest is a magnificent but fleeting period in spring, when a profusion of five-petalled blossoms appear directly on its bare branches; the flowers are a stunning, pure white, creating a beautiful cloud of colour. These lightly scented blooms are a vital early nectar source for pollinators, guaranteeing a lively display of visiting bees at the start of the season. As a fruiting tree, it requires a position in full sun to both encourage this floral display and to effectively ripen its crop of summer cherries.
To create a more finished and attractive display, consider underplanting your Prunus 'Bonaparte' patio tree with suitable companion plants. The key is to select partners that are happy with the same conditions: a spot in full sun and a rich, yet well-drained, loam-based soil. A classic and beautiful pairing is to underplant the tree with spring-flowering bulbs like miniature Daffodils (Narcissus). These will bloom at the same time as the cherry tree's white blossom, creating a stunning, multi-layered spring spectacle before dying back as the tree's summer foliage takes over. This approach provides a burst of early-season colour at ground level and perfectly complements the tree's elegant form.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Always prune this tree in mid-summer on a dry day. Pruning in winter can expose it to deadly diseases like Silver Leaf and canker.
How to Water
Water regularly and deeply, especially during dry spells in the first few years and when fruit is developing. Apply a balanced granular fertiliser (such as Growmore) around the base in early spring. Only prune in mid-summer. This is critical to avoid diseases. Aim to create an open, goblet shape by removing dead, damaged or crossing branches.
How to Plant
Choose a location in full sun and sheltered from strong winds. Dig a hole twice the width of the rootball and the same depth. Incorporate well-rotted organic matter into the backfill soil. Place the tree in the hole, ensuring the graft point (the bulge near the base of the stem) is at least 10cm above the soil level. Backfill with the enriched soil, firm in gently, and water thoroughly. Secure the tree to the stake with a proper tree tie.
