The Prunus serrulata 'Kanzan', also known as 'Kwanzan', is one of the most popular and widely recognized Japanese flowering cherry trees. Celebrated for its vibrant display of deep pink, double blossoms in spring, 'Kanzan' transforms any landscape into a spectacular show of color. Its vase-shaped growth habit and lush, green foliage that turns to fiery shades of orange and red in autumn, make it a year-round focal point.
Description
'Kanzan' is renowned for its abundant clusters of large, double pink flowers that bloom profusely along the branches, creating a dense canopy of color before the foliage emerges. Each flower is a work of art, with layers of petals creating a stunning visual effect. As the season progresses, the leaves unfold into a rich green, providing a striking backdrop throughout the summer. In autumn, the foliage takes on brilliant hues of orange and red, adding another layer of interest to the garden. This tree's upright, spreading habit allows it to grow into a majestic specimen, making it an ideal choice for avenues, large gardens, or as a standout solitary feature.
Height (when grown): 6-8m
Spread: 4-6m
Soil Type: Well-drained, Fertile
Position: Full Sun
Lighting: Full sun, Partial shade .
Hardiness: Hardy (Ideal for British gardens)
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Prunus serrulata 'Kanzan' | Japanese Flowering Cherry | Bare Root
Whilst smaller trees are often cheaper, easier to handle and more forgiving in terms of their level of care required, a more mature tree can provide a fantastic instant impact if you are able to care for it over the first few years.
- Standard or Feathered?
Standard trees - have a clear stem up to a minimum of 1.8m and a well-formed head of branches.
Feathered trees - Usually has an upright central leader and side brancehs that emerge down the main stem.
- Which Girth Size Should I Choose?
Our most common sizes we offer are relatively easy to ship and plant. The measurement is the circumference of the trunk at 1m above the roots.
6-8cm girth - 2.50m to 2.75m in height
8-10cm girth - 2.75m to 3.00m in height
- Standard or Feathered?
