Prunus persica ‘Lilian Burrows’ – Pink Flowering Peach

Description

Prunus persica ‘Lilian Burrows’ – Pink Flowering Peach

Prunus persica ‘Lilian Burrows’

HEIGHT: 4.0m

WIDTH: 4.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Upright, spreading

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

FOLIAGE: Green serrated leaves which turn yellow-green in Autumn

FLOWERS: Large semi-double, soft pale pink flowers, in early to mid spring.

DESCRIPTION: A bright and attractive ornamental tree, which will enhance any garden setting. Large semi-double, soft pale pink flowers in early to mid spring. A beautiful and delicate ornamental tree, suitable for all gardens.

LANDSCAPE USES: Suited to use in small gardens and parks.

TOLERANCES: Quite adaptable to a varied site conditions, but prefers moist, well drained fertile soils and a position receiving full sun to part-shade. Flowers best in full sun and when pruned annually, immediately after flowering. Often requires spraying to prevent leaf curl.

TREE CARE: Plant in full sun in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.

Spray just prior to bud burst to help prevent curly leaf. Prune each year after flowering to encourage new growth for next season.