Prunus sargentii Spreading introduced in 1944

introduced in 1944

Flowers with cream coloured panicles in late summer followed by black fruits in autumn

Ultimately a long lived

slow-growing Japanese shrub forming a compact rounded specimen usually wider than high

Prunus sargentii Spreading introduced in 1944Probably the best cherry for multi season interest. In spring it produces a great unmistakeable cloud of brilliant rose pink single flowers, followed by bronze red new foliage which seasons to green by summer, then, unexpectedly, phases into spectacularly fiery autumn tones which rival even the acers in intensity. Growth habit is moderate to fast, somewhat open and spreading, producing a good sized tree to shelter under without creating heavy shade.