Prunus X yedoensis 'Akebono'
Akebono Flowering Cherry
Description
The 'Akebono' is a fast grower to a size of 25' tall and wide. The flowers are double pink, nearly white in color. This spectacular specimen tree blooms in spring stunning onlookers with its fragrance and large spreading arching crown. This deciduous tree looks great in patios and front lawns. Foliage is dark green, turning bright yellow in fall. It does best with full sun with fertile, well draining soil. This tree needs regular watering until established. Prune to keep the dramatic shape.
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.