Species and varieties in the National Collection of Flowering Cherries at
Keele University
Prunus incisa 'Praecox'
A cultivar of Prunus incisa with white flowers in early spring and orange-red autumn foliage. The word 'praecox' means 'precocious' which alludes to its early flowering. Indeed, we have seen it flowering in November.
Location
- One specimen by Chancellor's Building car-park; square L6; tag 4028. Planted in 2002.
- One on bank between Church Plantation houses and running track; square G6/H6; tag 4078. Planted in 2008.