Almond Blossom

Prunus dulcis

Family: Rosaceae

Citrus & Brightalmondsweet

SeasonWinter–Spring

OriginMiddle East, South Asia

IntensityModerate

LifespanPerennial

About This Flower

Citrus & Bright · Winter–Spring bloomer

Almond blossom appears on bare branches in earliest spring, clouds of pale pink-white flowers with a sweet, delicate almond fragrance announcing winter's end before a single leaf appears.

Symbolism & Meaning

hope, watchfulness, renewal

In the Victorian language of flowers, almond blossom means “Hope in sorrow”.

Habitat & Environment

Middle East, South Asia

Almond Blossom is native to Middle East, South Asia.

Quick Reference

Scientific NamePrunus dulcis
FamilyRosaceae
Native ToMiddle East, South Asia
Bloom SeasonWinter–Spring
LifespanPerennial

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