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Posted 03/09/2023 in Tree

Prunus × yedoensis

Famous for its outstanding floral display around Washington DC, Prunus × yedoensis features showy pink buds that bloom to fragrant white clustered flowers in the early spring followed by small bitter black fruits that birds love. Beautiful patterned glossy bark provides interest year-round. Glossy dark green leaves turn yellow in the fall.

Post Details

Latin Name
Prunus × yedoensis
Common Name
Yoshino Cherry
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
30-40 ft
Spread
30-40 ft
Suggested Uses
Specimen
Potential Pests
Leaf spot, die back, leaf curl, powdery mildew, root rot, fireblight, aphids, scale, borers, leafhop

Plant Story

Famous for its outstanding floral display around Washington DC, Prunus × yedoensis features showy pink buds that bloom to fragrant white clustered flowers in the early spring followed by small bitter black fruits that birds love. Beautiful patterned glossy bark provides interest year-round. Glossy dark green leaves turn yellow in the fall.

Special Care Instructions

Best in full sun. Dosen't tolerate drought. Tolerates heat and humidity.

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