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Sargent Cherry

Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris'

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Overview

Prunus sargentii 'Columnaris', or Sargent Cherry, is a narrow, upright deciduous tree standing 40 ft tall with a spread of 15 ft. Known for its vibrant pink blossoms in spring, it bears glossy green foliage that transitions to fiery reds in fall. This hardy species is ideal for creating vertical accents in landscapes, thriving in zones 4-7 with full sun and well-drained soil. Provides year-round interest and is relatively low maintenance.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–8Type TreeClimate Temperate
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — <br><br>This ornamental cherry variety is highly prized for its rich; pink blossoms that envelop the branches
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — tree with pink bloomsSargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — each spanning approximately an inch across; provides year-round interest and is relatively low maintenanceSargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — thriving in zones 4-7 with full sun and well-drained soil; commonly referred to as the Sargent, image 55Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — pink flowers in the gardenSargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — each spanning approximately an inch acrossSargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — tree for full+48

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
30–50 Ft.
Mature width
10–15 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — <br><br>This ornamental cherry variety is highly prized for its rich; pink blossoms that envelop the branches
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — tree with pink blooms
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — each spanning approximately an inch across; provides year-round interest and is relatively low maintenance
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — thriving in zones 4-7 with full sun and well-drained soil; commonly referred to as the Sargent, image 55
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — pink flowers in the garden
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — each spanning approximately an inch across
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — tree for full
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — maturing to a lustrous dark green in the summer months
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — maturing to an impressive height of 20 to 30 feet with a narrower spread of 15 to 20 feet
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — the Sargent Cherry thrives in full sun and adapts to a variety of well-drained soils; pink flowers in the
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Annual pruning to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing branches will help preserve its columnar
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Regular watering will ensure optimal growth; thriving in zones 4-7 with full sun and well-drained soil
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — maturing to a lustrous dark green in the summer months, image 38
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — tree with pink blooms; as the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and orange in the fall
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — it bears glossy green foliage that transitions to fiery reds in fall
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — adding another layer of interest; <br><br>This ornamental cherry variety is highly prized for its rich
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — commonly referred to as the Sargent Cherry
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — commonly referred to as the Sargent Cherry; annual pruning to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — This hardy species is ideal for creating vertical accents in landscapes; tree for full
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Known for its vibrant pink blossoms in spring; the single to semi-double flowers
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — as the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and orange in the fall; known for its vibrant pink blossoms in spring
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — it bears glossy green foliage that transitions to fiery reds in fall; the Sargent Cherry thrives, image 53
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Expect a seasonal spectacle
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — enhancing the aesthetic of your client's garden year-round; upright deciduous tree standing 40 ft tall with a
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