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Prunus nipponica 'Ruby' Mini Standard Topiary - 80cm 5L Pot Prunus nipponica
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Key Features
AVERAGE GROWING
HAS FLOWERS (Pink)
COLOURFUL FOLIAGE
FRAGRANCED
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Description
Prunus nipponica 'Ruby' is a charming ornamental flowering cherry admired for its vibrant ruby-pink blossoms and compact growth habit. Trained as a mini standard topiary, this elegant tree forms a neat rounded head of foliage and flowers above a clear stem, creating a striking architectural feature for patios, borders, and decorative containers.
In early to mid-spring, the tree becomes covered in clusters of bright ruby-pink flowers, creating a spectacular seasonal display before the fresh green foliage fully emerges. The delicate blossoms bring vibrant colour to the garden and are highly attractive to bees and early pollinators.
After flowering, the plant develops attractive green foliage, maintaining a tidy rounded crown throughout the growing season. Its compact size and elegant shape make it ideal for smaller gardens, patio planters, entranceways, and formal garden designs.
Hardy and reliable, Prunus 'Ruby' thrives in sunny positions and well-drained soils, providing a beautiful focal point each spring.
Supplied as a mini standard topiary approximately 80cm in height in a 5L pot, this well-shaped ornamental cherry offers instant structure and seasonal flowering interest.
Mini standard flowering cherry topiary
Bright ruby-pink spring blossoms
Compact rounded crown above a clear stem
Early spring flowering display
Ideal for patios, containers, and small gardens
Attractive to bees and pollinators
Hardy and easy to grow
Supplied approx. 80cm height in a 5L pot
Position: Plant in full sun or light partial shade for best flowering.
Planting: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil and adapts to most garden soil types.
Watering & Feeding: Water regularly during establishment and during dry periods. Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Lightly trim after flowering to maintain the rounded topiary shape.
Winter Care: Fully hardy in the UK. Protect from very strong winds in exposed locations.
Q: When does Prunus 'Ruby' flower?
It flowers in early to mid-spring, producing vibrant ruby-pink blossoms.
Q: Is it suitable for containers?
Yes, it is ideal for patio pots and decorative containers.
Q: Does it attract pollinators?
Yes, the flowers are attractive to bees and other early pollinators.
Q: Does it require pruning?
Very little pruning is needed, only occasional trimming to maintain shape.
Q: Is it hardy?
Yes-Prunus nipponica varieties are hardy in most UK gardens.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
Ensure you buy root grow and fertiliser with your plants at the time of purchase
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
Make sure your planting area is in good condition and suitable for planting
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
Plant with root grow & the second feed. Support plants if necessary. Water regularly