Overview

Transform your outdoor space with the breathtaking beauty of a Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree. This ornamental live plant, known for its magnificent double pink cherry blossoms, is a cherished addition to any garden. Originating from Japan, the Kwanzan cherry (Prunus serrulata ‘Kwanzan’) is celebrated for its showy, dense clusters of flowers that emerge in mid to late spring, creating a spectacular display. Unlike many fruit-bearing cherry trees, the Kwanzan is primarily grown for its aesthetic appeal, producing no fruit but an abundance of vibrant blooms. This 8 to 12 inch tall sapling arrives well-rooted and ready for planting, offering a promising start to a future of stunning spring landscapes. Its upright, vase-shaped form makes it an excellent choice for street plantings, accent trees, or as a focal point in a flowering garden.

The Kwanzan cherry is a perennial tree, meaning it will return year after year, growing more robust and beautiful with each passing season. Its rich, green foliage provides a lovely backdrop throughout the summer, often turning to beautiful shades of bronze or orange in the fall before shedding its leaves for winter. This particular variety, with its full, ruffled blossoms, is often referred to as a double pink cherry tree due to the numerous petals on each flower. Its relatively compact size as a young plant makes it easy to handle and establish, ensuring a smooth transition into its new home in your garden.

Key Benefits

The Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree offers a multitude of benefits, making it a highly desirable choice for gardeners and landscape enthusiasts alike. Its striking appearance and relatively easy care contribute to its widespread popularity.

• Spectacular Spring Blooms: Enjoy an explosion of vibrant, double pink flowers every spring. These abundant blossoms create a truly unforgettable visual spectacle, signaling the arrival of warmer weather.
• Ornamental Value: Beyond its flowers, the Kwanzan cherry offers year-round interest with its attractive form, lush summer foliage, and often colorful fall display, making it a valuable landscape specimen.
• Fragrant Flowers: While not overpowering, the delicate scent of the Kwanzan cherry blossoms adds another sensory layer to its spring display, enhancing the garden experience.
• Moderate Growth Rate: This tree grows at a manageable pace, allowing you to enjoy its development without it quickly outgrowing its space. It’s a long-term investment in your garden’s beauty.
• Versatile Landscaping: Its upright, vase-shaped habit makes it suitable for various landscape designs, from formal gardens to more naturalized settings, or as a standalone specimen.
• Attracts Pollinators: The abundant flowers provide an early food source for local pollinators, contributing to the health and biodiversity of your garden ecosystem.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree is straightforward, ensuring years of beautiful blooms. This ornamental tree thrives when provided with the right conditions, mirroring the care required for most ornamental cherry tree varieties. It prefers a location that receives full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Adequate sunlight is crucial for optimal flowering and strong growth. While it tolerates a range of soil types, well-draining loam soil is ideal. Avoid heavy clay soils that retain too much moisture, as this can lead to root rot. If your soil is heavy, amend it with organic matter to improve drainage.

Upon planting, ensure the tree is thoroughly watered. For establishing trees, consistent moisture is important, especially during dry spells. Once established, the Kwanzan cherry has moderate watering needs, requiring watering when the top few inches of soil feel dry. Deep watering encourages a strong root system. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer formulated for flowering trees. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, primarily to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches and to maintain its desired shape. This tree is generally hardy in USDA zones 5-9. Protecting young trees from harsh winter winds in colder zones can be beneficial. Regular inspection for pests and diseases will help maintain the health and vigor of your Kwanzan cherry tree care routine.

Size & Details

This offering is for one live Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree sapling, measuring approximately 8 to 12 inches tall from the base of the plant to the tip. It arrives live in a pot, with a well-established root system, ready for immediate planting in your garden. The expected mature height of a Kwanzan cherry tree can range from 15 to 25 feet, with a similar spread, forming an elegant, vase-shaped canopy. Its growth rate is considered moderate, allowing it to establish and grow steadily over the years. The plant is shipped in a nursery pot, ensuring its roots are protected during transit. You can expect the first significant flush of double pink blooms in the spring, typically from April to May, depending on your local climate. This pink flowering trees variety is a long-lived specimen, providing decades of seasonal beauty.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree get? A: This live plant is currently 8 to 12 inches tall. At maturity, a Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree typically reaches a height of 15-25 feet with a similar spread, forming a beautiful vase shape.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree is an outdoor ornamental tree. It requires full sun exposure and is not suitable for indoor cultivation due to its size and light requirements.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This tree thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and the most abundant flowering.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? Is it good for beginners? A: Yes, the Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree is considered moderately easy to care for and is a good choice for beginners with basic gardening knowledge. Consistent watering during establishment and proper pruning are key.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree will arrive as a well-rooted, live sapling in a pot, ready for planting. We ensure careful packaging to protect the plant during transit.
• Q: When is the best time to plant this tree? A: The best time to plant a Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree is in the spring or early fall, allowing the roots to establish before extreme summer heat or winter cold.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: The Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree is hardy in USDA Zones 5-9. If you live within these zones, it should tolerate winter conditions well.
• Q: Does this tree produce fruit? A: No, the Kwanzan Cherry Blossom Tree is an ornamental variety primarily grown for its flowers and does not produce edible fruit. It is a sterile variety of cherry.
• Q: What kind of soil does this tree prefer? A: This ornamental cherry tree prefers well-draining loam soil. If your soil is heavy clay, it’s recommended to amend it with organic matter to improve drainage.
• Q: How often should I water my double pink cherry tree? A: During establishment, water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist. Once established, water when the top few inches of soil feel dry, typically once or twice a week depending on weather conditions.