White Japanese Flowering Cherry | Premium Seeds | Prunus serrulata 'Spontanea' | Plants'®

White Japanese Flowering Cherry | Premium Seeds | Prunus serrulata 'Spontanea' | LOT 2024800124 | Plants'®

PREMIUM QUALITY | Cold storage and humidity control for keeping the seeds healthy and fresh at all times*.

PACKAGE CONTENT

EXTERNAL PACKAGE | Collectable labels of the purchased species specially designed by our team.
SEED BAG | Contains the amount of seeds purchased.
PLANTS'® GROWTH MANUAL | Original manual developed by our researchers included especifically for each species.
 

ABOUT THE SPECIES | White Japanese Flowering Cherry

🌸 Transform Your Garden with the elegant White Japanese Flowering Cherry! 🌸

Imagine your garden adorned with the breathtaking beauty of the White Japanese Flowering Cherry (Prunus serrulata var. spontanea), also known as Sakura, Hill Cherry, Oriental Cherry, or East Asian Cherry. This exquisite species from the Rosaceae family is your gateway to a lush, vibrant, and visually stunning landscape.

🌿 Why Choose White Japanese Flowering Cherry?

1. Seasonal Splendor:

Summer: Enjoy the bright-green foliage that adds a refreshing touch to your garden.

Fall: Witness the transformation as leaves turn a stunning light to dark orange with hints of yellow and red, creating a breathtaking autumn display.

2. Fragrant Blossoms:

In spring, your garden will be adorned with clusters of pure white flowers. These blossoms not only add beauty but also fill the air with a delightful fragrance, attracting pollinators and enhancing your garden’s ecosystem.

3. Moderate Growth:

With a growth rate of 1.64 to 3.2 feet per year, the White Japanese Flowering Cherry can reach heights of 26 to 49 feet, creating a majestic canopy that offers shade and beauty.

4. Versatile and Hardy:

Thriving in temperate, cold, and semi-arid climates (USDA zones 8b - 5a), this species is perfect for states like GA, SC, NC, VA, and many more. Its adaptability makes it ideal for various landscapes.

5. Delicious and Versatile Fruit:

The sakuranbo, a globose red drupe that turns black when ripe, is smaller and more bitter than Prunus avium. While not typically consumed fresh, it adds a unique touch to your garden and serves as a food source for wildlife.

🌞 Cultivation Tips

Sunlight: Plant in full sun to ensure optimal growth and blooming.

Soil: Prefers well-drained soil to prevent root rot.

Watering: Moderate watering is essential; avoid overwatering to maintain healthy roots.

🌼 Traditional Uses

The White Japanese Flowering Cherry is not only an ornamental gem but also a practical addition to your garden. Its flowers are used in perfume production, adding a touch of elegance and fragrance to your home.

🌟 Transform Your Garden Today!

Bring the enchanting allure of the White Japanese Flowering Cherry to your garden and enjoy a landscape that is both beautiful and resilient. 

Order your seeds now and embark on a journey of natural splendor!

Ready to plant the seeds of enchantment? 🌱 Buy your White Flowering Cherry today!

LOT INFORMATION
Germination: 83%       Germination Test: Cut (Full Seed)
Purity: 99%                  Seeds/lb: 7,484
Origin: NY                   Crop Year: 2022

SPECIES DATA SHEET

- Common Names: White Japanese Flowering Cherry, Sakura, Hill Cherry, Japanese Mountain Cherry, Yamazakura, Oriental Cherry, East Asian Cherry.
- Species: Prunus serrulata var. spontanea.
- Genus: Prunus.
- Subgenus: Prunus subg. Cerasus.
- Family: Rosaceae. 
- Order: Rosales.
- Clade: Tracheophytes, Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids.
- Conservation Status: --/-- (-).    
- Natural Range & Distribution: Japan, China, Korea, and Vietnam. Introduced to Europe, North & South Americas.
- Preferred Climate: (Cfa, Cfb, Csa, Csb, Cfc) Cold (Dfa, Dfb, Dsb).
- Hardiness Zones: 8b - 5a (USDA)
- Best Grown (US States): GA, SC, NC, VA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, PA, NY, CT, RI, MA, VT, NH, ME, WV, AL, MS, TN, KY, OH, IN, MI, IL, WI, LA, AR, MO, IA, MN, TX, OK, KS, NE, SD, NM, CO, WY, UT, NV, ID, OR, WA.
- Max Height: 26-49ft (8-15m).
- Max Canopy Spread: 26-49ft (8-15m).
- Canopy Shape: Uneven, Rounded, pendand spreading branches.
- Leaf Behavior: Deciduous.
- Summer Leaf Color: Bright-green .
- Fall (Autumn) Leaf Color: Light to dark orange with some hints of yellow and red.
- Growth Rate: Moderate ( 1.64 to 3.2ft/year | 0.5 to 1m/year).
- Blooming Description: Ornamental. Fragrant. Produced in clusters of two to five together at nodes on short spurs in spring at the same time as the new leaves appear; They have five petals in the wild type tree.
- Blossom Color: White.
- Fruit Description: Its fruit, the sakuranbo, has differences from the Prunus avium in that sakuranbo are smaller in size and more bitter in taste; the sakuranbo is a globose red drupe that turn black when ripe, measuring 8–10 mm in diameter, containing one hard "stone" (seed).
- Seed Description: Hard small seed (stone).
- Bark Color: Brown.
- Wood: Used for various woodworking purposes. It is highly prized for its fine grain and beautiful reddish-brown color.
- Cultivation: Full sun.
- Traditional Uses: Ornamental, flowers are used in perfume production.
- Alergenic Potential: Yes. Through fruit consumption or polen inhalation by sensitive people.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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INFORMATION SOURCES

1. Wikimedia Foundation.
2. Thermo Fisher Scientific.
3. USDA | U.S. Department of Agriculture.
4. Seed Lot Germination Test carried out by our suppliers.

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