**Title:** Kwanzan Flowering Cherry Tree (Prunus serrulata 'Kwanzan') **Short Description:** A spectacular ornamental tree renowned for its dramatic double pink blooms each spring and year-round landscape appeal. **Full Description:** Transform your garden with the breathtaking beauty of the Kwanzan Flowering Cherry Tree (*Prunus serrulata 'Kwanzan'*). This beloved ornamental tree is celebrated for its profusion of ruffled, double pink blossoms that blanket the branches in early spring, creating a stunning, cloud-like display before the leaves emerge[2][3][4]. The tree’s graceful, vase-shaped form and smooth, dark bark add elegance to any landscape year-round. In spring, new leaves emerge with a coppery-bronze hue, maturing to glossy deep green in summer, and transitioning to vibrant golden yellow, orange, or bronze in the fall[2][3][4]. The Kwanzan Cherry’s rounded, dense crown makes it an excellent focal point or a striking addition when planted in rows or groupings. **Key Features:** - **Botanical Name:** Prunus serrulata 'Kwanzan' - **Bloom Color:** Bright, double pink - **Bloom Time:** Early to mid-spring - **Mature Height:** 25–35 feet - **Mature Spread:** 20–30 feet - **Growth Rate:** Moderate to fast - **Foliage:** Copper-bronze in spring, deep green in summer, golden/orange/bronze in fall - **Form:** Upright, vase-shaped to rounded - **Light Requirements:** Full sun - **Soil Requirements:** Well-drained, humus-rich soil - **Water Needs:** Regular watering, especially during establishment - **Hardiness Zones:** 5–8 - **Special Features:** Showy flowers, dramatic spring display, attractive bark, year-round interest, bird-friendly[2][3][5] **Care Instructions:** - Plant in full sun for best flowering and form. - Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system; reduce frequency once established. - Prune after flowering to maintain shape and structure. - Feed with a general-purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring[3][5]. **Landscape Uses:** - Stunning specimen tree - Lining driveways or roads - Group plantings for dramatic effect - Asian/Zen or cottage garden designs **Add a touch of classic springtime magic to your garden with the Kwanzan Flowering Cherry-an iconic choice for beauty, elegance, and seasonal color.** --- **Tags:** Kwanzan cherry, flowering cherry, Prunus serrulata, ornamental tree, pink flowering tree, spring blooms, landscape tree, garden tree
