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Yoshino Cherry Tree
Yoshino Cherry Tree
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Prunus × yedoensis
Yoshino Cherry Tree –
The Yoshino Cherry Tree is a world-famous flowering cherry known for its profuse, pale pink to white blossoms, elegant branching, and iconic springtime display. Most notably featured in the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., this ornamental tree brings timeless beauty, light fragrance, and unmatched seasonal color to the landscape.
Ideal for boulevard plantings, large yards, parks, and front yard showpieces, the Yoshino Cherry grows quickly and blooms reliably each spring, creating a cloud-like canopy of soft blossoms that signals the arrival of spring.
Yoshino Cherry Tree Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌿 Botanical Name | Prunus × yedoensis |
| 🏷️ Common Names | Yoshino Cherry, Japanese Flowering Cherry |
| 🌳 Mature Height | 30–40 feet |
| 🌐 Mature Width | 25–35 feet |
| 📈 Growth Rate | Fast (2–3 feet per year) |
| ⏳ Lifespan | 30–40 years |
| 🧊 USDA Zones | 5–8 |
| ☀️ Sun Preference | Full sun (essential for best flowering and growth) |
| 🧱 Soil Type | Well-drained loam, sandy, or silty soils |
| ⚖️ Soil pH | Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0) |
| 💧 Water Needs | Moderate; prefers consistent watering, especially when young |
| 🌸 Flower Color | Pale pink to white; blooms early to mid-spring |
| 👃 Fragrance | Light, sweet fragrance |
| 🐝 Pollination | Attracts bees, butterflies, and early pollinators |
| 🌿 Growth Habit | Vase-shaped to rounded canopy with graceful branching |
| ↔️ Spacing | 25–35 ft for landscape plantings or avenues |
| 🏡 Landscape Uses | Front yards, parks, street trees, specimen planting |
| 🧹 Maintenance Level | Low to moderate |
Environmental Benefits
🌸 Provides early-season nectar for bees and pollinators
🪶 Offers structure and shelter for birds and small wildlife
🌿 Enhances spring landscape aesthetics in both urban and suburban settings
🌎 Contributes to biodiversity and seasonal shade
Pros & Cons
| ✅ Pros | ⚠️ Cons |
|---|---|
| 🌸 Famous for stunning cherry blossom displays | ❄️ Blooms early and may be impacted by late frosts |
| 🌿 Fast-growing and highly ornamental | 🌱 Shorter lifespan compared to shade or canopy trees |
| 🐝 Pollinator-friendly with early-season interest | 💧 Needs consistent moisture in dry or windy climates |
| 🏡 Ideal size for residential landscapes and avenue plantings | ✂️ Pruning required to maintain open form and airflow |
| 👃 Lightly fragrant blooms add multi-sensory appeal | 🍂 May drop blossoms quickly during rainy or windy weather |
Planting & Care Guide
🛁 Water thoroughly before and after planting to reduce transplant shock
🕳️ Dig a hole twice the width of the root zone; plant at natural soil depth
🌾 Apply 2–3 inches of mulch to conserve moisture and protect roots
💦 Water weekly during the first year, especially in hot or dry conditions
✂️ Prune in late winter to remove crossed branches and encourage airflow
🧪 Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release tree fertilizer
The Yoshino Cherry Tree is a breathtaking ornamental showpiece that transforms any landscape into a springtime spectacle of soft blossoms and graceful form. Whether lining a walkway, anchoring a yard, or creating a memorial planting, this iconic flowering cherry delivers elegance, history, and unforgettable seasonal beauty.
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