The most widely planted Japanese flowering cherry, with a stiff upright vase shape and masses of large double rose-pink blossoms in spring. Bronze new foliage turns orange in autumn.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 8 m H × 6 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Kanzan Cherry
Botanically, Prunus serrulata 'Kanzan' is a moderate-growing tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 8 m tall and 6 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Kanzan Cherry
Kanzan Cherry suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Kanzan Cherry does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Kanzan Cherry does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Kanzan Cherry after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Kanzan Cherry in the garden
Kanzan Cherry earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and a shade tree.
Companion planting & design
Combine Kanzan Cherry with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Buying Kanzan Cherry
Plant Sale lists Kanzan Cherry as advanced specimens and bare-root stock. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
