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Prunus serrulata 'Kwanzan'
Flowering Cherry
Photo courtesy of Bailey Nursery
- Abundant double pink flowers in May
- Vase shaped habit when younger
Border or Bed
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Garden
Heat Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained, loamy soil and full sun to partial shade. Fertilize in early spring. Pruning can be done right after flowering to remove dead or damaged branches. Mulching is beneficial.
Height: 25-30 ft
Spread: 20-25 ft
Price Level 1: $149.99~#7
Bloom Color: Pink
Zone: 5-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Fragrant
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
- Focal Point
- Fall Color
- Specimen
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Songbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Prunus
Common Name: Flowering Cherry
Ornamental flowering tree with a vase-shaped or rounded crown and ovate to lanceolate, green leaves. Fall color varies and may be bronze, red or drab yellows. White or pink flowers bloom in spring. Flowers may be single, semi-double or double and fragrant or non-fragrant. Great for group plantings or as a specimen.