Add stunning seasonal color and elegance to your landscape with the Kwanzan Cherry Tree, one of the most popular and widely planted ornamental flowering trees. Known for its vibrant double pink blossoms, this tree creates a breathtaking display each spring, making it a standout feature in any yard or landscape design.

The Kwanzan Cherry is a fast-growing, deciduous ornamental tree with a rounded, vase-shaped canopy. In spring, it produces clusters of rich pink flowers, followed by lush green foliage that turns warm shades of yellow, orange, and bronze in the fall.

Perfect for residential and commercial landscapes, this tree is valued for its beauty, structure, and low-maintenance nature.

✅ Key Features

• 🌸 Showy double pink blooms in spring
• 🌳 Medium-sized ornamental shade tree
• 🍂 Attractive fall color (gold, orange, bronze)
• 🏡 Ideal for lawns, streets, and landscape focal points
• ✅ Low-maintenance once established

📏 Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Prunus serrulata ‘Kwanzan’
• Common Name: Kwanzan Cherry
• Mature Height: 25–30 feet
• Mature Spread: 20–25 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Shape: Upright, vase-shaped canopy
• Foliage: Green (spring/summer), yellow/orange (fall)
• Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring
• Flower Color: Deep pink (double blooms)
• Fruit: Non-edible, minimal fruit production

🌱 Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
• Soil: Well-drained soil (tolerates clay and loam)
• Watering: Moderate; regular watering during establishment
• Hardiness Zone: 5–9

🌿 Planting & Care Instructions

✅ Planting

• Choose a location with full sun exposure
• Dig a hole 2–3x wider than the root ball
• Plant at the same depth as the nursery container
• Backfill with native soil and water thoroughly

💧 Watering

• Water deeply 2–3 times per week after planting
• Once established, water during dry periods
• Avoid overwatering—soil should be moist, not saturated

🌱 Fertilizing

• Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring
• Avoid excessive fertilization (can reduce flowering)

✂️ Pruning

• Prune in late winter or after flowering
• Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches
• Maintain shape and airflow

🍂 Seasonal Care

• Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate temperature
• Protect young trees from extreme cold and wind
• Monitor for pests or disease (generally low issues)

✅ Best Uses

• Front yard focal tree
• Street and sidewalk planting
• Parks and commercial landscapes
• Accent tree for seasonal color
• Garden and lawn enhancement

Kwanzan Cherry Tree FAQs

When does a Kwanzan Cherry tree bloom?
Kwanzan Cherry trees bloom in early to mid-spring with vibrant double pink flowers.

How fast does a Kwanzan Cherry tree grow?
It has a moderate growth rate, typically growing 1–2 feet per year under proper conditions.

How big does a Kwanzan Cherry tree get?
It typically reaches 25–30 feet tall and 20–25 feet wide.