In many areas of Germany it is not possible to enjoy the delightful almond blossom. The climate is often unfavorable. Frosts destroy the almond splendor. The ornamental almond tree, however, offers a practical and winter-hardy alternative.
What is an ornamental almond tree?
An ornamental almond tree is a hardy, easy-care alternative to the traditional almond tree, which does not thrive in many German regions due to cold and frost. Popular varieties such as Prunus Triloba offer an impressive display of almond blossoms without harvesting almonds.
Good reasons for an ornamental almond tree
In this country, the almond enjoys an excellent reputation mainly due to its spring-like flowers. Many hobby gardeners and nature lovers go into endless raptures when the almond tree welcomes spring in pink tones.
Caring for your own almond tree is not very difficult. Nevertheless, it needs a warm and very sunny location. The almond reacts extremely sensitively to fine, cool drafts of air in spring. Not to mention unpredictable night frosts around April.
For this reason, many gardeners switch to the ornamental almond tree. This one impresses above all with:
- Resilience
- Winter hardiness
- Ease of care
Flowers instead of almonds
Against this background, even experienced specialists in Germany can only achieve a successful almond harvest in very specific areas. Wine-growing regions are best suited for harvesting the digestible Dürkheimer Krachmandel.
So that hobby gardeners can still decorate their garden with the wonderful almond blossoms, they often forego the harvest and choose resistant ornamental almond trees. One of the most popular varieties is the Prunus Triloba.
Planting an ornamental almond tree
The almond tree feels very comfortable on terraces or in gardens. In principle, special caution and care must be taken in the first few weeks after planting. Once the tree is properly rooted, similar care rules apply as for the almond.
To prevent[diseases as well as for splendid growth, special attention is paid to regular pruning.
Tips & Tricks
If you still want to harvest your own almonds, a little trick can help. The almond tree thrives just as well in planters. As soon as the low temperatures approach, these can be stored in garages or similar.
