Prunus serrulata 'Kanzan'
The Japanese flowering cherry is a small, funnel-shaped tree prized for its outstanding spring blossom and autumn leaf colours. We are premium suppliers and planters of the Japanese flowering cherry 'Kanzan' Tree.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’, is one of the most popular Japanese ornamental cherries. It is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 10 metres tall with a crown spread of up to 8 metres wide when mature.
The crown has strong upright branches, in a ‘V’ shape.
The bark is smooth and brown-red in colour. Foliage is deciduous, the leaves shoot bronze in colour then change to glossy dark green. In the autumn they change colour to yellow-orange.
Flowering takes place in May, at the same time as the leaves shoot, and is spectacular, when masses of fragrant, pink flower clusters cover the crown of the tree.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’ seldom produces fruits.
We provide full planting services for Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’ Trees which includes supply, delivery and installation.
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The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’ tree generally an undemanding tree that will adapt to all cultivated garden soils. Its preference is moist, nutrient-rich, loamy soils. Avoid wet soil.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’, likes warmth and prefers a sunny position.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’, will grow 30-40cm per annum.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’ will grow in pH neutral to strongly alkaline soils. Avoid acidic pH soils.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’, roots are sensitive to compaction and covering of paving or other hard standing materials.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’ tree requires a sunny position. It is frost hardy, likes warmth but is sensitive to wind and wet ground.
Being a spring flowering tree any pruning if required, should take place during the early winter months of November to December.
The Japanese flowering cherry ‘Kanzan’ is a spectacular flowering tree with beautiful autumn leaf colours.
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