4 Russian Almond Shrub, Prunus tenella, Seeds (Fast, Hardy, Edible, Showy, Easy)

Other Names: Russian Almond, Dwarf Russian Almond
Zone: 2 to 7
Growth Rate: Fast
Plant Type: Small deciduous flowering shrub
Family: Rosaceae
Native Range: Eastern Europe and Western Siberia
Height: 4 to 6 feet
Spread: 4 to 6 feet
Bloom Time: Mid Spring
Bloom Color: pink, red, white
Flower/Fruit: Flowers are 3/4 inch across and the fruit is a red cherry most ornamental in summer.
Sun: Full Sun
Fall Color: Yellow to Orange
Drought Tolerance: Moderate-High
Water: Moderate
Maintenance: Medium
Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Adapts to a wide range of soils. Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade.
Culture: Produces a lot of suckering branches.
Uses: Mass in shrub borders. Effective as hedge, screen or for erosion control on banks. Able to grow in harsh conditions.


Sowing Prunus tenella Seeds:
For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.
Russian Almond seeds possess a thick, impermeable seed coat which prevents or significantly retards germination.
Scarify: Soak in water for 24 hours
Stratify: Cold 90 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium.
Germination: Sow 1” Deep