Species and varieties in the National Collection of Flowering Cherries at
Keele University
Prunus "Ruby"
A hardy of deciduous tree. Very pale, pink-white, single flowers appear in March and April. The green leaves of summer turn yellow and an orange-red during the autumn, giving a spectacular display. This small Ornamental Cherry makes a superb specimen tree for smaller gardens. Height and spread: 5m. Can suffer from dead flower wilt.
Location
- Between the boundary wall and running track; square H6; Tag 4094. Planted in 2008.