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Looking for the perfect cherry blossom tree in Auckland? Cherry blossom trees bring a touch of spring magic to gardens across the city, with their iconic pink blooms and graceful branches creating an unforgettable display. Whether you're hoping to enhance your backyard, line a driveway, or create a stunning feature, cherry blossom trees offer both visual appeal and a sense of renewal each year. Auckland’s mild coastal climate is ideal for a range of cherry blossom varieties, making it easy to enjoy these beautiful trees and their famous floral show. Our nursery specialises in supplying a selection of cherry blossom tree Auckland residents can plant with confidence, and we’re here to help you choose the best option for your landscape.

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Cherry Dawson

The 'Dawson' Cherry produces large, black coloured fruit in summer. The fruit has red flesh that is sweet with a lovely flavour. It requires another variety planted alongside (“a pollinator”) to produce good fruit yields, such as 'Early Rivers' or 'Stella'. This deciduous tree grows upright to about 5 m tall and 3 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. Cherries require a cold winter to set fruit, hence they are less suited to regions where winters tend to be mild. The 'Dawson' Cherry is commonly used for fruit production and makes an attractive tree in its own right.

Suited to regions: Alpine, Temperate
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Prunus Accolade

Prunus Accolade is a variety of Flowering Cherry that features masses of semi-double flowers. The frilly and pink blooms are borne in clusters through spring. This deciduous tree grows with a vase shaped habit bearing green foliage which develops yellow and orange tones in autumn before falling. It typically grows to 6-8 m tall and 3-4 m wide. Prunus Accolade is a stunning tree that is commonly used in avenue plantings, grown as a specimen, or included in a mixed planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 7.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Avenues, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Eugenia uniflora (Surinam Cherry)

Eugenia uniflora, commonly known as the Surinam or Brazilian Cherry, is a small tree that features new foliage which emerges a bronze colour and ages...

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Cherry Compact Stella

'Compact Stella' is a popular cherry variety that produces good yields of large, dark red fruit in early summer. The flesh is light red, soft, and...

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Cherry Lapins

The 'Lapins' Cherry produces consistent yields of large, dark red fruit in summer. The flesh is red, sweet, and juicy. It does not require another...

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Malus Snowbright

Malus Snowbright is variety of Crabapple that features rose-coloured flower buds that open into showy, single, white blossoms in spring just as the...

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Chaenomeles Double Take Orange (Flowering Quince)

Chaenomeles Double Take Orange is a flowering Quince that features masses of orange flowers from late winter. At this time the shrub is an arching...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry' plant with masses of red flowers growing in a pot on a patio.

Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry' is a compact ground cover rose valued for its masses of vibrant cherry red flowers and exceptional disease...

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Strelitzia Mandelas Gold (Yellow Crane Flower)

Strelitzia reginae Mandelas Gold, commonly known as Yellow Crane Flower or Yellow Bird Of Paradise, produces spectacular yellow flowers through...

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Brunfelsia Blue Moon (Yesterday Today and Tomorrow Flower)

Brunfelsia Blue Moon, commonly known as the Yesterday Today and Tomorrow Flower, features masses of sweetly fragrant, pansy like flowers are produced...

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Chaenomeles 'Alarm' plants for sale with elegant, red flowers.

Chaenomeles 'Alarm' (Flowering Quince)

Chaenomeles 'Alarm' is a hardy deciduous shrub prized for its vivid bright red flowers that appear in late winter and early spring. This classic...

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Ozothamnus Springtime White (Rice Flower)

“Springtime White” is a shrub grown for its prolific flowering and drought tolerance. Clusters of white flowers with a paper-like appearance are...

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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet

Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is a ground cover rose that features masses of showy, scarlet red flowers. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark...

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Rose Flower Carpet Gold

Rose Flower Carpet Gold is a popular ground cover rose that features masses of showy, yellow flowers. Flowering begins in spring and will continue...

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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet White' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.

Rose 'Flower Carpet White'

Rose 'Flower Carpet White' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its masses of pure white flowers and exceptional disease resistance. This tough...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Red' ground cover with masses of red flowers.

Rose 'Flower Carpet Red'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Red' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its rich red flowers and outstanding disease resistance. This tough rose performs...

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Cherry Dawson

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Why Plant Cherry Blossom Trees in Auckland?

Cherry blossom trees thrive in Auckland’s temperate conditions, where the moderate winters and gentle spring rainfall nurture healthy growth and breathtaking blossoms. These trees suit both formal and informal gardens, easily complementing contemporary or traditional landscaping styles. As deciduous trees, cherry blossoms provide year-round interest—bursting with springtime flowers, then offering leafy shade through summer, and finally showing colourful autumn foliage before winter’s rest.

Beyond their beauty, cherry blossom trees encourage native birdlife and pollinators, contributing to a vibrant ecosystem. With good drainage, plenty of sun, and a little love, you’ll enjoy a flourishing cherry blossom tree Auckland gardeners can be proud of for many years.

Top Cherry Blossom Varieties for Auckland Gardens

We stock a range of ornamental cherry blossom varieties suited to Auckland’s climate. A standout favourite for local gardens is Prunus Accolade, known for its gracefully arching branches and early, deep pink flowers. This variety grows well in Auckland’s soils and is resistant to many common pests and diseases.

If you prefer a cherry tree with delicious harvests as well as beautiful blossoms, consider fruiting cherry options like Cherry Rainier, a classic yellow-blushed variety prized for its juicy, sweet fruit. Cherry Dawson excels in local conditions, offering plenty of flavourful cherries and good resistance to wind and coastal weather. For more unique flavours, explore Cherry Modesto or the tart Cherry Griotella Frumi, both of which offer a beautiful spring flower display and an abundant autumn harvest.

Planting and Caring for Your Cherry Blossom Tree Auckland

Start by choosing a sunny, sheltered spot in your Auckland garden. These trees appreciate well-drained soil and can tolerate light frosts but prefer protection from strong winds. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, mix in compost, and water well after planting. Mulch around the base to keep roots cool and reduce weeds, and feed your cherry blossom tree annually with a balanced fertiliser in spring.

Regular pruning encourages strong growth and abundant blossoms—just remove dead wood and shape after flowering. With a little care, your cherry blossom tree Auckland garden will be the envy of the neighbourhood.

Visit Us for Your Auckland Cherry Blossom Tree

Whether you’re seeking a statement ornamental cherry or a fruiting tree, our knowledgeable team can guide you to the perfect fit. Explore favourites like Prunus Accolade and our selection of fruiting trees, from Cherry Rainier to Cherry Modesto. Visit us or browse online to discover the best cherry blossom tree Auckland can offer—and transform your garden with timeless spring beauty.


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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

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