Overview

Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR is a bushy tree in the genus Prunus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.

About

Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR is a bushy deciduous tree cultivar within the Prunus genus, known for its prominent spring blooms. It thrives best in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position with moderately fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, this cultivar suits city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, as well as flower borders and beds. Propagation is typically by softwood cuttings taken in early summer with bottom heat.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Prunus

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
South-facing
Exposure
Exposed
UK hardiness
H6

Plant details

Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Tree
Habit
Bushy
Foliage
Deciduous
Suggested uses
City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR

Propagation
Softwood cuttings in early summer with bottom heat
Pest resistance
Cherry blackfly, Aphids, Leaf-mining moths, Caterpillars
Disease resistance
Peach leaf curl, Silver leaf, Bacterial canker, Blossom wilt, Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR?

Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.

What soil does Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR need?

Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR hardy in the UK?

Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Prunus armeniaca 'Ips336'PBR?

Softwood cuttings in early summer with bottom heat.

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