PRUNUS lusitanica 'Angustifolia' Pleached

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Tolerates light shade but flowers and foliage density are best in sunnier locations.

• Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil. Performs well in loamy, sandy, or clay-based soils that are not waterlogged.

• pH Range: Neutral to slightly acidic or alkaline (pH 6.0–7.5).

• Moisture Needs: Appreciates consistent moisture, especially in the first few years while establishing.

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or early autumn, avoiding extremes of heat or frost.

• Spacing: Space pleached frames according to desired screen density—typically 1.5–2 metres apart for a continuous visual barrier.

• Positioning Tips: Ideal for privacy screening, creating garden “rooms,” or formal architectural structure. Works well in modern and traditional designs alike.

• Shelter Needs: Hardy and wind-tolerant once established; also tolerates some coastal exposure.

• Container Growing: Possible in very large planters with good drainage, but requires regular feeding and watering.

Routine Care, Feeding, and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Water regularly for the first 1–2 years, ensuring deep, thorough watering to establish a strong root system.

  • Once established, drought-tolerant but will benefit from supplemental watering in prolonged dry periods.

• Feeding: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring to promote strong growth and lush foliage.

• Pruning:

  • Pleached frames require regular trimming—typically two to three times a year—to maintain their formal shape and encourage dense foliage cover.

  • Best done in late spring and again in late summer; avoid heavy pruning in very hot or frosty weather.

• Mulching: Apply a 5–8 cm mulch layer around the base each spring to conserve moisture and improve soil health, keeping mulch away from the trunk.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally robust, but can occasionally be affected by powdery mildew, leaf spot, or vine weevil. Address issues promptly with suitable treatments.

• Winter Care: Fully hardy; young plants may benefit from windbreaks in exposed sites during their first winter.

Ornamental Features, Seasonal Interest, and Garden Uses

• Foliage: Glossy, dark green, oval leaves create a year-round evergreen screen.

• Flowers: Small, fragrant white flowers appear in early summer, attracting bees and other pollinators.

• Form: Grown on a clear stem with a trained horizontal frame, creating a formal “hedge on stilts” effect.

• Growth Rate and Size: Moderate to fast-growing; pleached framework typically maintained at 2–3 metres high with a spread matching the frame dimensions.

• Wildlife Benefits: Provides nesting sites for birds and nectar for pollinators during flowering.

• Ornamental Value: Offers elegance, privacy, and architectural structure while taking up minimal ground space.

• Garden Design Uses:

  • Perfect for screening unsightly views while allowing light underneath.

  • Ideal for defining garden boundaries without creating a closed-in feel.

  • Excellent for framing entrances or pathways in formal gardens.

• Seasonal Appeal: Evergreen for year-round impact; flowers add seasonal charm in summer.

• Longevity: Long-lived and low-maintenance with the right pruning schedule.

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

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All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

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Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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