Japanese Cherry
Prunus serrulata
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A deciduous ornamental tree prized for its profuse double flowers in shades of pink and white that appear in spring before the leaves emerge. It offers spectacular seasonal color and is a popular specimen plant in gardens and landscapes.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Japan, Korea, China
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Kwanzan features double deep-pink flowers and is widely planted; Yoshino (P. x yedoensis) produces fragrant white blossoms and is the famous cherry of Washington D.C.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous ornamental tree prized for its profuse double flowers in shades of pink and white that appear in spring before the leaves emerge. It offers spectacular seasonal color and is a popular specimen plant in gardens and landscapes.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Japanese Cherry grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Japan, Korea, China
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Kwanzan features double deep-pink flowers and is widely planted; Yoshino (P. x yedoensis) produces fragrant white blossoms and is the famous cherry of Washington D.C.