Prunus Shogetsu (Japanese Flowering Cherry)
One of the finest Japanese cherries, award-winning Prunus ‘Shogetsu’ is a broad-spreading small deciduous tree with charming double flowers held in showy, hanging clusters of 3-6 blooms that can be up to 6 in. long! (15 cm). Providing a breathtaking display in late spring to early summer, the pretty blossoms are large, 2 in. across (5 cm).
One of the finest Japanese cherries, award-winning Prunus 'Shogetsu' is a broad-spreading small deciduous tree with charming double flowers held in showy, hanging clusters of 3-6 blooms that can be up to 6 in. long! (15 cm). Providing a breathtaking display in late spring to early summer, the pretty blossoms are large, 2 in. across (5 cm). Light pink in bud, they open to pure white and resemble ballerina's petticoats with their frilled 22-25 petals, nicely arranged around an open heart. The foliage of fresh green young leaves turns red and orange shades in the fall.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 6 – 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 6 – 8 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 |
| Plant Type | Trees |
| Plant Family | Prunus – Flowering Trees |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early)Fall |
| Height | 15' – 20' (4.5m – 6m) |
| Spread | 15' – 25' (4.5m – 7.5m) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |