Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’

Young trees of this cultivar have a narrow, erect, vase-shaped growth habit, but they spread out as they mature. In mid to late-spring, Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’ produces large, fully-double, pink flowers held in drooping clusters, which open from deep-pink buds. The bronze leaves of Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’ emerge with the flowers, providing a nice contrast. In the autumn, the leaves of Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’ turn shades of red, orange, and yellow, adding a bright splash of color to the landscape. Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’ is an excellent choice for lining avenues and driveways and is also known for being one of the wind-hardiest flowering cherry trees. Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’ is not banned in Auckland. Prunus serrulata is deciduous and native to China and Korea. Learn more about Prunus serrulata. Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’ was developed in Japan in the Edo period (1603-1867).