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Rosaceae

Japanese cherry

Prunus serrulata

Zones 2–9Sun Full SunWater ModerateCare Moderate

Trees & Shrubs · Flowering Plants · Flowering Tree · Deciduous · Spring

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In stock at 4 nurseriesStock updated 9/10/2026

Flowering cherries offer spectacular spring blooms.

Growing conditions

The details behind the basics

Daily light: 6 hours
Watering: 1 inch per week · Every 7-10 days
Maintenance: Moderate
Soil: loam
Temperature: -50°F to 90°F
Cycle: Perennial

Hardiness

USDA 2a-9b

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Form & growth

Mature size and habit

Mature height: 15 ft – 50 ft
Spread: 30 ft
Spacing: 48 in apart
Root depth: Medium
Flowers: Yes

Ecology & origin

Where it belongs and what it brings

Sources: trefle

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Buy this plant

4 nurseries carry it

Arlington Heights Citrus Co.

Distance unavailable · 8420 Dufferin Ave, Riverside, CA 92504

RetailPickupDeliveryDelivery min $150

$60.00–$165.00

In stock1

Baldwin Grove Botanicals

Distance unavailable · 512 E Live Oak Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006

RetailPickupDeliveryDelivery min $400

$95.00–$685.00

In stock1

Cordova Hedge & Screen Co.

Distance unavailable · 1855 W Mission Blvd, Pomona, CA 91766

RetailPickup

$16.50–$140.00

In stock1

Ramona Valley Grove Co.

Distance unavailable · 1637 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065

RetailPickup

$15.25–$65.00

In stock1