The Yoshino Cherry Tree is a standout tree with stunning white blossoms, perfect for cherry blossom festivals. Grown in zones 5-8, it reaches a size of 20-30 feet.
Yoshino Cherry Tree
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The Yoshino cherry tree (Prunus × yedoensis), also known as the Japanese flowering cherry, is a hybrid cherry tree between Prunus speciosa (Oshima cherry) as father plant and Prunus pendula f. ascendens (syn. Prunus itosakura, Prunus subhirtella var. ascendens, Edo higan) as mother. It is a beautiful and popular ornamental tree, known for its stunning display of white-pink blossoms in the springtime.
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Yoshino cherry trees are native to Japan, but they have been planted all over the world, including in the United States, Europe, and Australia. They are particularly popular in Washington, D.C., where the National Cherry Blossom Festival is held each year to celebrate their blooming season.
Yoshino cherry trees are relatively fast-growing trees, reaching heights of 30-50 feet at maturity. They have a vase-shaped canopy and smooth, gray bark. Their leaves are glossy green in the summer and turn yellow, orange, and red in the fall.
Yoshino cherry trees bloom in the spring, typically in March or April. Their blossoms are white-pink in color and have a faint almond fragrance. The blossoms bloom in clusters of five to six blossoms and cover the tree in a blanket of white and pink.
Yoshino cherry trees are relatively easy to care for. They prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. They are also relatively drought tolerant.
Yoshino cherry trees are a beautiful and popular choice for home gardens and landscapes. They add a touch of elegance and beauty to any space.
Here are some additional tips for caring for a Yoshino cherry tree:
- Water the tree regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize the tree once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the tree to help retain moisture and keep the roots cool.
- Inspect the tree regularly for pests and diseases. If you find any problems, treat them immediately.
With proper care, a Yoshino cherry tree can thrive for many years.
Sources
info- wikipedia.org/wiki/Prunus_%C3%97_yedoensis#:~:text='Somei%2Dyoshino'%20is%20a,popular%20cultivars%20of%20cherry%20trees.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-8 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 20-30 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Partial |
| Mature Width: | 10-20 ft |
| Botanical Name: | Prunus x yedoensis |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
