Young Columnar Japanese Flowering Cherry Tree | Prunus serrulata 'Amanogawa'

Columnar Shape

The Prunus serrulata 'Amanogawa,' also known as Japanese Flowering Cherry, is a widely used columnar tree with splendid blossoms and autumn coloring.

Leaf color and leaf shape

The leaf shape of the young columnar Japanese flowering cherry tree, Prunus serrulata 'Amanogawa', is elongated to oval with finely serrated edges. The leaves are bright green and have a glossy texture.

Autumn Coloring

In autumn, the leaf transforms into beautiful yellow-orange-red hues before falling from the tree.

Flowering

During the months of April-May, the Prunus serrulata 'Amanogawa' blooms abundantly with light pink flowers that emit a pleasant fragrance. After flowering, the tree does not produce any fruit.

Suitable for Every Garden

The Prunus serrulata 'Amanogawa' is applicable in almost every garden due to its narrow, columnar growth.

Maintaining Shape

Additionally, the tree is easily maintained in shape through pruning.

Location

The tree thrives in a sunny location with nutrient-rich, well-draining soil.

Wind Resistance and Winter Hardiness

Furthermore, the Prunus serrulata 'Amanogawa' exhibits good wind resistance and is also winter-hardy.

How to plant the tree?

1. Determine the final location of the tree and ensure it is free from cables, debris, old plants, and other obstacles that may hinder the tree's growth.
2. Dig a planting hole that is twice the width of the root ball. Loosen the soil at the bottom of the planting hole and mix the excavated soil with (organic) garden soil or planting substrate.
3. Adjust the planting hole to the height where the root ball fits and firmly press the soil.
4. Fill the planting hole with water and wait for it to settle. Check if the root ball is sufficiently moist.
5. Place the tree or plant in the planting hole. It is extremely important that the tree is not planted too deep, as this can cause root rot.
6. Insert a tree stake or bamboo stake firmly into the ground on the side of the tree where the most wind comes from.
7. Now, place the watering ring or create a mound of soil around the tree so that water can seep into the ground.

Why Choose a Young Tree from Amitis

• Easy to plant yourself due to the compact size and light weight
• Conveniently delivered to your home in a sturdy packaging
• Experience the growth and development of your own tree
• Easy to maintain
• Cultivate the size and growth form you are looking for
• Attain mature size within a short time
• Can be planted year-round as everything is delivered in pots
• No root loss and better chances of establishment as everything is pot-grown
• Cost-effective purchase
• Fresh, healthy plants directly from the grower

Questions?

Want to know more about pruning? Read our page on tree maintenance! Feel free to contact us; we are happy to assist!