flowering almond

Water your flowering almond (Prunus triloba 'Multiplex')often enough to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Generally, this plant should be watered once a week with approximately 1 inch of water. If temperatures stay above 90 degrees Fahrenheit for multiple days, increase watering to twice a week for the best results. Water from the base of the plant, not from overhead as this can lead to fungal issues. During winter or extended periods of cool or cold weather, reduce watering to once every 2 weeks.

Flowering almond plants (Prunus triloba 'Multiplex') thrive with at least 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight a day, but can sometimes handle up to 8 hours a day. If the plant is grown in hot locations, it can help to give shorter periods of direct sunlight, such as 4 to 6 hours a day. Early morning sunlight is ideal to help the flower buds open and mid-day sun can help to extend the flowering season. In very hot climates, providing afternoon shade is recommended.

Flowering almond (Prunus triloba 'Multiplex') should be pruned in mid- to late winter when all the leaves have dropped off. Start by removing any dead, diseased, or damaged branches. The next step is to thin out the branches, cutting back to a lateral branch or bud. This will allow sunlight and air to circulate within the shrub for better growth and health. It is important to not prune too severely, as this will reduce flowering. After that, it is useful to shape the shrub by pruning winter shoots back to approximately 1-third of their original length. Finally, shorten any overly lengthy branches, but avoid shearing the shrub.