Yoshino Flowering Cherry

Prunus X Yedoensis

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Overview

The Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus x yedoensis) is a picturesque, deciduous tree that reaches 40-50 feet in height with a 25-40 foot spread. Known for its abundant, soft pink-white blossoms in early spring, this tree offers a striking floral display. Its round, spreading canopy creates a graceful silhouette, making it ideal for focal points in gardens. Adaptable and hardy, it prefers full sun and well-drained soils in USDA zones 5-8.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — A mature Yoshino can reach heights of 35 to 40 feet with a spread of 25 to 30 feet

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — It is important to select a site that affords enough space for the tree's mature dimensions

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — The Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus x yedoensis) is a picturesque

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — deciduous tree that reaches 40-50 feet in height with a 25-40 foot spread

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — Known for its abundant, soft pink-white blossoms in early spring, this tree offers a striking floral display

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — Its round, spreading canopy creates a graceful silhouette, making it ideal for focal points in gardens

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — Adaptable and hardy, it prefers full sun and well-drained soils in USDA zones 5-8

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Rosaceae

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Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — scientifically named Prunus x yedoensis

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — It is important to select a site that affords enough space for the tree's mature dimensions

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — The Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus x yedoensis) is a picturesque

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — deciduous tree that reaches 40-50 feet in height with a 25-40 foot spread

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — Known for its abundant, soft pink-white blossoms in early spring, this tree offers a striking floral display

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — Its round, spreading canopy creates a graceful silhouette, making it ideal for focal points in gardens

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — Adaptable and hardy, it prefers full sun and well-drained soils in USDA zones 5-8

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — is a captivating spring bloomer that will enrich any landscape design with its ethereal beauty

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — this tree quickly establishes itself as a landscape highlight

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — as well as being mindful of overhead or underground utilities

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — A mature Yoshino can reach heights of 35 to 40 feet with a spread of 25 to 30 feet

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — it tolerates a variety of soil types

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — though it thrives in acidic to neutral pH levels.<br><br>Care includes annual pruning for shape and health

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — ideally after the blooming period

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — While generally pest- and disease-resistant

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — offering a serene and picturesque view

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — it is vigilant to monitor for common issues like aphids and cherry bark tortrix

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — Prunus x yedoensis is a USDA hardiness zone 5-8 fixture

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — capable of withstanding temperatures as low as -20°F to -10°F

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — It's also important to water consistently during dry spells

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — white flowers in the garden

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — tree for full

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — tree with white blooms

Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus X Yedoensis) — The Yoshino Flowering Cherry (Prunus x yedoensis) is a picturesque; its round, spreading canopy creates a

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