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Taiwan Cherry

Prunus X Incam 'Okame'

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Overview

The Taiwan Cherry (Prunus x incam 'Okame') is cherished for its vibrant early spring blooms of deep pink flowers. A deciduous tree, it reaches heights of 15-25 feet with a 15-20 foot spread, featuring a rounded canopy. This cherry prefers full sun and well-drained soil, offering a spectacular show alongside low-maintenance benefits. Its leaves turn orange-red in fall, adding seasonal interest to any landscape design. Hardy in USDA zones 6-8.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — A deciduous tree, it reaches heights of 15-25 feet with a 15-20 foot spread, featuring a rounded canopy
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — A deciduous tree, it reaches heights of 15-25 feet with a 15-20 foot spread, featuring a rounded canopyTaiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — offering a spectacular show alongside low-maintenance benefitsTaiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — Its leaves turn orange-red in fall, adding seasonal interest to any landscape designTaiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — scientifically known as Prunus x incam 'Okame'Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — is a vibrant early-blooming deciduous tree that serves as a spectacular focal point in many landscapesTaiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — This hybrid cherry stands out with an abundance of deep pink blossoms that herald the arrival of spring+10

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
15–25 Ft.
Mature width
15–20 Ft.

Classification

Climate
Temperate

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Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — This cherry prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — A deciduous tree, it reaches heights of 15-25 feet with a 15-20 foot spread, featuring a rounded canopy
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — offering a spectacular show alongside low-maintenance benefits
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — Its leaves turn orange-red in fall, adding seasonal interest to any landscape design
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — scientifically known as Prunus x incam 'Okame'
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — is a vibrant early-blooming deciduous tree that serves as a spectacular focal point in many landscapes
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — This hybrid cherry stands out with an abundance of deep pink blossoms that herald the arrival of spring
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — typically blooming in March
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — the 'Okame' boasts a rounded to vase-shaped habit that offers a dense canopy of foliage
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — Its leaves emerge bronze to green in color
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — turning to a stunning palette of oranges and reds in the fall
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — providing a multi-season display.<br><br>Hardiness is a strength for the 'Okame'
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — as it thrives in USDA Zones 6-9
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — demonstrating a more robust constitution against heat and humidity than many other cherry cultivars
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — which is beneficial for southern landscapes
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — consider the 'Okame' cherry for its standout spring color and attractive autumn foliage
Taiwan Cherry (Prunus X Incam 'Okame') — It requires minimal pruning, which should be conducted after flowering to maintain shape and health