blackthorn 'Plena'
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A deciduous, spiny dense shrub or a small tree to 5m tall, with dark stems and ovate green leaves. In spring it is covered with small, double white flowers
Scientific classification
- Species
- blackthorn 'Plena' (Prunus spinosa 'Plena')
- Genus
- Prunus
- Family
- Rosaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Trees
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of blackthorn 'Plena'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of blackthorn 'Plena'
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blackthorn 'Plena' care guide
- Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced shrub or tree feed once each early spring
Pruning
PruningLittle pruning is needed. Remove diseased, damaged, crowded or crossing shoots and unwanted growth. If silver leaf disease is a concern, prune in midsummer.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in early summer with bottom heat
Growing
GrowingEasy to grow hrub or small tree, that can be used for hedging. Grows in any moist well-drained soil in full sun or light, dappled shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to silver leaf and blossom wilt
Pests
May be susceptible to damage from aphids, caterpillars and bullfinches
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