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Prunus X yedoensis 'Akebono'

Akebono Flowering Cherry

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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.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Width Range

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Lawn, Patio, Street Tree

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.