Overview
Prunus 'Oullins Golden' is a tree in the genus Prunus, part of the Rosaceae family. Prunus 'Oullins Golden' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include fruit tree and garden tree.
About
Prunus 'Oullins Golden' (Oullins Golden Cherry) is a cultivar of the Prunus genus, which comprises flowering trees and shrubs in the rose family known for producing stone fruits. This tree thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, moist soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is best grown in a sheltered position and requires regular watering during dry spells. Pruning after fruiting helps maintain its shape and remove dead wood, and propagation is typically done by grafting.
About the genus
Prunus is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs from the family Rosaceae, with about 340 accepted species that include peaches and nectarines, apricots, plums, cherries and almonds. The genus has a cosmopolitan distribution, being native to the temperate regions of North America, the neotropics of South America, and temperate and tropical regions of Eurasia and Africa.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Prunus
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral to slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Prunus 'Oullins Golden' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- tree
- Suggested uses
- fruit tree, garden tree
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Prunus 'Oullins Golden'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered position; requires well-drained soil; regular watering during dry periods.
- Pruning
- Prune after fruiting to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
- Propagation
- grafting
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Prunus 'Oullins Golden'?
Prefers sheltered position; requires well-drained soil; regular watering during dry periods.
Where is the best place to plant Prunus 'Oullins Golden'?
Prunus 'Oullins Golden' prefers full sun.
What soil does Prunus 'Oullins Golden' need?
Prunus 'Oullins Golden' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Prunus 'Oullins Golden'?
Prune after fruiting to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
Is Prunus 'Oullins Golden' hardy in the UK?
Prunus 'Oullins Golden' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Prunus 'Oullins Golden'?
Grafting.
