{"product_id":"pink-flowering-almond","title":"Pink Flowering Almond","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Spring Shrub Smothered in Double Pink Pom-Poms\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Flowering Almond (\u003cem\u003ePrunus triloba\u003c\/em\u003e) is a beloved old-fashioned spring shrub that erupts in a cloud of fully double, pink pom-pom flowers along every branch before the leaves emerge — a breathtaking, fleeting show that signals spring has arrived. Compact and easy, it's hardy to zone 3 and makes a charming specimen or cut-branch source. A nostalgic flowering shrub for sunny borders and entryways in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePink Flowering Almond Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrunus triloba\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–6 ft. tall, 4–5 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly to mid spring, before leaves emerge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble pink pom-poms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained; tolerates clay; prefers average garden soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay be browsed — protect young plants where deer pressure is high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it where its brief, spectacular bloom can be admired — near entries, patios, and windows. Space 4–5 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut branches and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowering branches are wonderful forced indoors, and the early blooms feed pollinators. Pair with spring bulbs and later-blooming shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September) in full sun with good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Pink Flowering Almond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems. Space 4–5 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Pink Flowering Almond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells. Prune right after flowering, since it blooms on old wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe double pink display is spectacular but brief — about one to two weeks in early spring. Plant it for that unforgettable moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: When do I prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRight after flowering — it blooms on old wood, so late pruning removes next year's flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — hardy to zone 3 and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot reliably — deer may browse it; protect young plants where deer pressure is high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurpleleaf Sandcherry (Prunus × cistena):\u003c\/strong\u003e A purple-foliage shrub with pink spring flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLilac (Syringa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A fragrant spring-flowering shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpirea (Spiraea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A summer-flowering companion shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54313034809649,"sku":null,"price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/pink-flowering-almond.jpg?v=1779727888","url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/products\/pink-flowering-almond","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}