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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

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') — although this species is known for its moderate drought tolerance once established; each spanning
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — reddish-brown bark provides exquisite winter appeal with notable texture.<br><br>Well-suited for Zones 4 to 7
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — enhancing the aesthetic of your client's garden year-round
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — <br><br>This ornamental cherry variety is highly prized for its rich
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — thriving in zones 4-7 with full sun and well-drained soil; commonly referred to as the Sargent Cherry
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — the Sargent Cherry thrives in full sun and adapts to a variety of well-drained soils
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — This hardy species is ideal for creating vertical accents in landscapes; tree for full, image 54
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — pink flowers in the garden; maturing to an impressive height of 20 to 30 feet with a narrower spread of 15 to
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — pink blossoms that envelop the branches in early to mid-spring before the emergence of foliage
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Annual pruning to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing branches will help preserve its columnar form
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — maturing to an impressive height of 20 to 30 feet with a narrower spread of 15 to 20 feet; it bears glossy
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Regular watering will ensure optimal growth
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — The single to semi-double flowers; tree with pink blooms
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — upright deciduous tree standing 40 ft tall with a spread of 15 ft
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — adding another layer of interest
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — upright deciduous tree standing 40 ft tall with a spread of 15 ft; this hardy species is ideal for creating
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Provides year-round interest and is relatively low maintenance
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — it bears glossy green foliage that transitions to fiery reds in fall; the Sargent Cherry thrives in full sun
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — thriving in zones 4-7 with full sun and well-drained soil
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Provides year-round interest and is relatively low maintenance; expect a seasonal spectacle
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — The single to semi-double flowers
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — as the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and orange in the fall
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — Expect a seasonal spectacle; although this species is known for its moderate drought tolerance once established
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — This hardy species is ideal for creating vertical accents in landscapes
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