Cherry Blossom Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Cherry blossoms are one of the most symbolic flowers in the world. This flower is a Shidarezakura type, and its beautiful colors make it a sign of spring. Cherry blossoms are especially common in Japan and are one of the most popular flowers in Japan. This flower blooms beautifully in March and April.
Common Name |
Sakura, Japanese Cherry
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Plant Type
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Deciduous Tree
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Prunus serrulata
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Genus
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Prunus
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Family
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Rosaceae
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Order
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Rosales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Cherry Blossom Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Cherry Blossom.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Cherry Blossom needs water once every
3 days in 2
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Cherry Blossom needs about 0.5 L per 3 days. |
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Cherry Blossom Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Cherry Blossom to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 6 hours
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Temperature |
70°F
to 75°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Cherry Blossom prefers High humidity levels, between 40% and 60%. |
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Cherry Blossom Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Cherry Blossom. |
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Suitability in pots |
10L
Cherry Blossom plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 10L. |
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Soil type |
chalk
clay
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Cherry Blossom Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Cherry Blossom plant. |
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Maximum Height |
180 Inches or
5 meters
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Spread |
180 Inches or
5 meters
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Color |
Light Pink
Bright Yellow
White
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Fragrant
Plant of Merit
Showy
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Is Cherry Blossom toxic to pets? |
Yes
This plant also toxic for dogs if ingested. |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
Informal and Cottage
Japanese Garden
Prairie and Meadow
Traditional Garden
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Cherry Blossom Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Cherry Blossom, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
medium
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Propagation Methods |
seed
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Flowering season |
spring
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Cherry Blossom Native Region |
Find out where the Cherry Blossom plant originated. |
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Country |
Japan
Korea (the Republic of)
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Specific Location
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Most cherry blossoms grow in Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara. |
