An emblematic ornamental tree of Japan, where it is called Sakura, the flowering cherry tree seduces with its delicate pink or white spring blooms.
The 'Snow Fountains' cherry tree, a cascade of white flowers
Hardy and undemanding, Prunus 'Snow Fountains' does not exceed 4 meters.
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This superb flowering cherry tree develops thin, flexible, drooping branches, giving it its weeping habit.
In April, the tree is covered with a multitude of
pure white flowers.
Hardy and undemanding,
Prunus
'Snow Fountains' does not exceed 4 m in any direction: it is therefore perfect for restricted spaces.
It can be grown in a container, where its flowering beautifully floods a terrace.
Not to spoil anything, its foliage takes on a pretty orange-yellow color in autumn.
Also readSakura tree: the magic of Japan in your garden
Prunus incisa
'Kojo No Mai', a dwarf Japanese cherry tree
The flowering cherry tree 'Kojo No Mai' produces small, pendulous flowers in shades of pale pink.
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The flowering cherry tree 'Kojo No Mai' produces red buds between March and May, which give way to small hanging flowers in shades of pale pink.
Hardy and slow growing, this small Japanese cherry tree reaches 2.50 m high and 2 m wide.
It develops a rounded and tortuous shape, thanks to its zigzag branches.
Prunus incisa
'Kojo No Mai' is ideal in small gardens, in beds or alone, or in a container on a terrace or in a courtyard.
Prunus serrulata 'Kiku-shidare-zakura', a magnificent weeping habit
Between April and May, the Japanese cherry tree 'Kiku-Shidare-Zakura' is covered with large double flowers of a beautiful bright pink.
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Between April and May, the Japanese cherry tree 'Kiku-Shidare-Zakura' is covered with large
double flowers of a beautiful bright pink.
Its abundant and impressive flowering extends to the ground, thanks to its pretty weeping habit.
This flowering cherry tree only reaches 3.50 m high and 3 m wide on average.
It is therefore easy to find a special place for it in the garden!
It is sufficient in itself, and works wonders in isolation.
The 'Amanogawa' cherry blossom tree, a slender silhouette
The columnar habit of Prunus serrulata 'Amanogawa' distinguishes it from other Japanese cherry trees.
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The columnar habit of
Prunus serrulata
'Amanogawa' distinguishes it from other Japanese cherry trees:
erect and narrow,
it reaches 6 to 8 m high and only 1.5 m wide.
It therefore brings an original touch to the garden, where it takes up little space.
Its generous semi-double flowers, in
shades of pale pink,
bloom between April and May.
Also read: Prunus padus, cluster cherry: a small ornamental tree in all seasons!
The Japanese cherry tree 'Shirotae', a white and double flowering
Prunus serrulata 'Shirotae' flowers profusely between April and May.
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Prunus serrulata
'Shirotae' flowers profusely between April and May.
The older it gets, the more impressive its flowering!
It offers
large white flowers,
sometimes double, with an almond scent.
With a spreading habit, it can reach 4 to 6 m in all directions, thanks to its broad and flattened crown.
With its low growth and abundant flowering, this majestic and very ornamental variety is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful flowering cherry trees.
Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra', exceptional colors
The flowering cherry tree 'Nigra' offers abundant intense pink flowering from March to April.
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The flowering cherry tree 'Nigra' offers
abundant intense pink flowering from March to April.
But this variety has another advantage: it develops superb purple foliage
,
illuminating the garden until autumn.
Be sure to give it enough space: with its rounded crown, this cherry tree reaches 6 to 8 m high and 3 to 5 m wide.
Rustic and easy to live with, it can be grown in isolation or in flowerbeds.
Prunus serrulata 'Kanzan', an iconic Japanese cherry tree
Prunus cerasifera 'Kanzan is undoubtedly the most spectacular cherry tree in Japan!
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Very common, it is probably the most spectacular cherry tree in Japan: a sure bet in the garden!
Its dense flowering takes place between April and May, and offers a profusion of red buds opening onto
intense pink double flowers.
With an erect habit, then spreading over time,
Prunus cerasifera
'Kanzan' reaches 6 to 8 m high and 4 to 5 m wide.