Overview
Prunus persica 'White Diamond' (F) is a bushy tree in the genus Prunus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Prunus persica 'White Diamond' (F) 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 persica 'White Diamond' is a bushy, deciduous tree cultivar within the Prunus genus, which includes both deciduous and evergreen trees or shrubs known for their prominent spring blooms. This peach cultivar thrives 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, it is suitable for various garden settings including city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, and flower borders. 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 persica 'White Diamond' (F) 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 persica 'White Diamond' (F)
- 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 persica 'White Diamond' (F)?
Prunus persica 'White Diamond' (F) prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Prunus persica 'White Diamond' (F) need?
Prunus persica 'White Diamond' (F) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Prunus persica 'White Diamond' (F) hardy in the UK?
Prunus persica 'White Diamond' (F) 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 persica 'White Diamond' (F)?
Softwood cuttings in early summer with bottom heat.
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