Arkansas Tree Database

Japanese Flowering Cherry

Japanese Flowering Cherry

Scientific name:

Prunus Serrulata

Size:

12'-25' tall by as wide

Leaves:

alternate, simple, 2"-5" long, toothed; red when new

Flowers:

pink or white, single or double; early spring

Fruit:

not significant

Fall Interest:

bronze to red; deciduous

Culture:

sun to partial sun; constantly moist, well-drained soil

Disease/Insect:

several

Use:

specimen flowering tree, street tree

Cultivars:

'Kwanzan'

Notes:

distinct vase shape; native to Asia

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