Prunus serrulata 'Shogetsu' ~ Shogetsu Flowering Cherry

Prunus serrulata 'Shogetsu' ~ Shogetsu Flowering CherryShogetsu Flowering Cherry is a medium sized deciduous tree with a spreading canopy and serrated green leaves that turn red and orange in fall. Its dense clusters of pink buds that open to pale pink double flowers and quickly lighten to pure white coat the bare branches in early spring. Flowers best in full sun and rich moist well drained soils. Type: Tree Origins: East Asia Height: 15 20 Spread: 20 25 Spacing: 25 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 9 Culture: Full

Shogetsu Flowering Cherry is a medium-sized deciduous tree with a spreading canopy and serrated green leaves that turn red and orange in fall.  Its dense clusters of pink buds that open to pale pink double flowers and quickly lighten to pure white coat the bare branches in early spring.  Flowers best in full sun and rich moist well-drained soils. 

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  High Maintenance. Pests and diseases can be a problem.  Watch for aphids, scale, borers, caterpillars, beetles and spider mites. Potential diseases include leaf spot, dieback, leaf curl, powdery mildew, root rot, and fireblight.  Cherries have weak wood and are susceptible to breakage.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, and Shade Tree.

COMPANION PLANTS: Hibiscus, Coneflower, Viburnum

IMAGE: Photos by OSU Landscape Plants, Prunus serrulata 'Sogetsu'

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.