The Okame Cherry Tree is a stunning ornamental tree that grows up to 20 feet tall. It is grown in zones 5-9 and produces beautiful pink blooms in early spring.
Okame Cherry Tree- Standout Tree
The Okame Cherry Tree (Prunus x yedoensis 'Okame') is a stunning ornamental tree that is known for its profuse blooms of deep pink flowers in early spring. It is a hybrid between the Yoshino Cherry and the Higan Cherry, and is one of the most popular cherry tree varieties in the world.
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The Okame Cherry Tree is a relatively fast-growing tree, and can reach a mature height of 20-25 feet. It has a dense, upright habit and dark green foliage that turns bronze-red in the fall. The flowers of the Okame Cherry Tree are held in large clusters and are about 1-2 inches in diameter. They are typically deep pink in color, but can also be white or light pink. The Okame Cherry Tree blooms for about 2 weeks in early spring.
The Okame Cherry Tree is a relatively low-maintenance tree. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and disease-resistant. The Okame Cherry Tree can be planted in the ground or in containers. It is a great choice for small gardens, patios, and balconies.
Here are some tips for growing the Okame Cherry Tree:
- Plant in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune in the late winter or early spring to remove any dead or diseased branches and to shape the plant.
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming.
The Okame Cherry Tree is a beautiful and easy-to-grow tree that will add elegance and interest to your landscape for years to come. It is a great choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
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.
