Prunus spinosa
Blackthorn
Flower Color
Description
A small thorny deciduous tree with dark green, ovate leaves, and small white flowers in early spring, followed by ovoid, bloomy black fruits 1.5cm across. If left unchecked, it can produce suckers both upwards and outwards which may become a nuisance, so removal of these is advised unless you require a solid thicket
Mature Height
4m
Mature Spread
4m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
CoastalCottage and informal gardenWildflower meadowWildlife gardensHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 60cm1781M | H: 60cm | €10.56 |
| H: 60cm1781Q | H: 60cm | €9.50 |
| H: 30cm1781J | H: 30cm | €5.83 |
| H: 30cm1781JX | H: 30cm | €2.94 |
| H: 30cm1781P | H: 30cm | €2.60 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.