Overview

Introduce breathtaking beauty to your outdoor space with a cherry blossom tree live plant. This exquisite ornamental tree is known for its spectacular spring display, featuring an abundance of delicate double pink blooms that create a cloud-like effect. Our live plant arrives 6-12 inches tall, ready to establish itself and grow into a magnificent specimen that will be the envy of your neighborhood. Often referred to simply as cherry trees, these deciduous beauties are a symbol of renewal and fleeting beauty, making them a profound addition to any garden or decorative landscape. While it may arrive dormant and leafless during late fall and winter, focusing its energy on root development, it will burst forth with vibrant foliage and its signature pink-to-white blossoms come spring. Cultivating an ornamental cherry tree brings a touch of serene elegance and vibrant seasonal color that enchants year after year.

The allure of the double pink cherry blossom is undeniable, transforming any yard into a picturesque haven during its blooming season. This particular variety is cherished for its full, rich flowers that offer a more dramatic visual impact compared to single-petaled types. Perfect for creating a focal point, lining a driveway, or adding to a mixed border, this live plant is a testament to nature’s artistry. Its relatively compact size upon arrival makes it easy to plant and care for, providing a head start on establishing a long-lived and cherished part of your home’s exterior. Prepare to be captivated by the annual spectacle this beautiful tree provides.

Key Benefits

Owning a cherry blossom tree live plant offers a multitude of benefits, enhancing your property’s aesthetic and providing a source of natural beauty and tranquility. These trees are more than just pretty faces; they are an investment in your home’s curb appeal and your personal enjoyment.

• Spectacular Spring Blooms: Enjoy a stunning display of abundant, vibrant double pink blossoms that signal the arrival of spring, creating an unforgettable visual impact.
• Enhanced Curb Appeal: An ornamental cherry tree significantly boosts your home’s aesthetic value, making it a focal point in any garden or landscape design.
• Attracts Pollinators: The profusion of flowers provides an early food source for beneficial pollinators like bees, contributing to local ecosystem health.
• Seasonal Interest: Beyond its spring blooms, the tree offers attractive green foliage in summer and often beautiful fall colors, providing year-round visual interest.
• Hardy and Adaptable: Thrives across a wide range of climates, specifically USDA Zones 5–9, and tolerates various soil types, making it a robust choice for many gardeners.
• Creates a Serene Atmosphere: The gentle beauty and delicate nature of the double pink cherry blossom can help create a peaceful and calming ambiance in your garden space.
• Long-Term Investment: With proper cherry blossom tree care, this tree will grow and flourish for many years, becoming a cherished part of your landscape.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Proper cherry blossom tree care is essential for ensuring your live plant thrives and produces its iconic spring blooms. These trees prefer a location that receives full sunlight, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sun per day. Adequate sunlight is crucial for robust growth and abundant flowering. While tolerant of various soil types, they perform best in well-draining, moderately fertile soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Avoid heavy clay soils that retain too much moisture, as this can lead to root rot. If your soil is heavy, amend it with organic matter like compost to improve drainage and aeration.

Watering should be consistent, especially during the first few years after planting. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Deep watering once or twice a week is generally better than frequent shallow watering, encouraging deeper root development. Once established, the tree becomes more drought-tolerant but will still benefit from irrigation during prolonged dry spells. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for deciduous trees. Follow package directions for application rates to avoid over-fertilization, which can harm the tree. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring while the tree is dormant. Focus on removing dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain a strong structure and good air circulation. This also helps in shaping your ornamental cherry tree for optimal aesthetic appeal.

Protection from pests and diseases is also part of effective cherry blossom tree care. While generally hardy, they can occasionally be susceptible to common issues like aphids or fungal diseases. Regular inspection can help identify problems early, allowing for timely intervention. Ensuring proper air circulation and avoiding overhead watering can help prevent fungal issues. Planting your spring flowering tree in an appropriate location with good air flow and sunlight will contribute significantly to its overall health and vigor, ensuring many years of beautiful blooms from your double pink cherry blossom.

Size & Details

This cherry blossom tree live plant is shipped as a young, vibrant specimen, typically measuring 6-12 inches tall from the base of the root system to the tip of the highest stem. It arrives in a pot, ensuring the root system is well-protected and ready for planting upon arrival. While initially modest in size, this ornamental cherry tree has a moderate growth rate, and with proper care, it will quickly establish itself and begin to mature. Expect it to reach a mature height of 15-25 feet and a spread of 10-20 feet, depending on the specific variety and growing conditions, creating a stunning canopy of blooms.

During late fall and winter, the plant will be dormant and leafless, which is a natural and healthy state for deciduous trees. This period allows the tree to conserve energy and focus on developing a strong root system, preparing it for vigorous growth and abundant flowering in the spring. It is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates across the United States. This spring flowering tree will provide many years of beauty and elegance to your outdoor landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: This cherry blossom tree live plant is shipped 6-12 inches tall. With proper care, it can grow to a mature height of 15-25 feet and a spread of 10-20 feet, becoming a significant feature in your landscape.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: The tree arrives in a nursery pot designed to protect its root system during transit and provide a good starting point for growth. The specific pot size may vary but is typically appropriate for a plant of this height.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This is an outdoor ornamental tree, specifically a spring flowering tree, meant to be planted in your garden or yard. It thrives in full sun exposure.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: For optimal growth and flowering, the ornamental cherry tree requires full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Cherry blossom trees are moderately easy to care for once established. They require consistent watering when young, good drainage, and annual pruning. Following basic cherry blossom tree care guidelines will ensure success.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your live plant will arrive carefully packaged. During fall and winter, it will be dormant and leafless, which is normal and indicates a healthy, resting plant. In spring and summer, it will have foliage.
• Q: How long until it blooms? A: Depending on its age and establishment, your double pink cherry blossom may produce some blooms in its first year or two after planting, with more abundant flowering as it matures, typically within 3-5 years.
• Q: When is the best time to plant? A: The best time to plant a cherry blossom tree is in early spring or fall when the weather is mild, allowing the roots to establish before extreme temperatures.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: This cherry blossom tree is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9, meaning it can withstand winter temperatures typical of these regions. If you are outside these zones, winter protection may be needed.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature it can tolerate? A: In its dormant state, this tree can tolerate temperatures down to approximately -20°F (-29°C) when planted in its appropriate hardiness zones.