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Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono'

Also Known As

  • Akebono Flowering Cherry

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 25'
  • W: 25'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono' plant details

Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 25 FT wide, 25 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This elegant 25x 25' tree is remarkable in spring when its bursts into bloom with clouds of fragrant, semi-double, white to shell-pink flowers. Glossy, emerald green foliage in summer is beautiful on the spreading, curving crown of this pretty tree. The foliage turns a lively yellow-gold in autumn. A breathtaking specimen that is excellent as a focal point. 'Akebono' means daybreak; it was given its lovely name by the W.B. Clark nursery in San Jose Ca. in the 1920's. S/M
Deciduous tree with an upright, spreading habit. Early spring blooms are pink. Green foliage turns yellow to orange in the fall. Attractive bark and small, bird-attracting fruits make this a wonderful "all season" tree. Growth Rate medium
Large semi-double pink flowers spring. Disease resistant. Yellow fall color w/orange tinges. Hardy zones 5-8.

Gardening facts about Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono' plant

How to Grow Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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