Prunus yedoensis - 150-175 CM C20

Description
The Yoshino cherry (Prunus x yedoensis) is an upright, spreading small tree that produces white flowers arranged in clusters with a light fragrance. They appear from the end of March to April. These produce black, round fruits. They are small and exude a light fragrance. The Yoshino cherry also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. In a sunny, sheltered location with nutrient-rich, sandy, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of around 10 metres and grows to around 7 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * attractive orange autumn colouring * cannot be grown over, stem protection recommended

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Yoshino cherry are medium green, ovate, alternate. They are about 6 - 12 cm in size. Yoshino cherry turns bright orange in autumn.

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Yoshino cherry has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, spreading.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The white flowers of Yoshino cherry appear in clusters from the end of March to April. They grow to around 3 - 4 cm and are slightly fragrant.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park, bee pasture