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Searching for the perfect cherry blossom tree gift? Few presents capture the wonder of nature and the sentiment of lasting memories quite like a blooming cherry blossom tree. With its delicate pink flowers and elegant shape, a cherry blossom tree is more than a gift—it’s a living tribute, marking birthdays, anniversaries, milestone moments, or simply brightening someone’s backyard. As New Zealand’s specialist plant nursery, we help you choose the ideal flowering cherry for your occasion, ensuring both beauty and ease of care.

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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 to become dark green. The somewhat dense foliage is adorned with star-shaped, red fruits during summer. It typically grows to 6 m tall and 3.5 m wide, but can be trimmed as necessary. Eugenia uniflora is commonly used for hedging and screening, planted as a backdrop for smaller plants, grown as a specimen, added to a mixed planting, or maintained in a container.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 6.00 m
Spread: 3.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Culinary, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Walls
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, 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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Prunus Accolade

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Why a cherry blossom tree makes the ideal gift

Cherry blossom trees offer a unique blend of symbolism and practicality. Revered for their springtime display, these trees symbolise renewal, hope, and lasting friendship—ideal for gifting to loved ones or commemorating special events. Their low-maintenance nature makes them suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners, and they bring seasonal drama to any garden space.

When you select a cherry blossom tree gift, you’re giving a living, growing reminder that will thrive year after year. Whether it’s for a garden, patio, or public space, you’re offering lasting impact beyond cut flowers or standard houseplants.

Our recommended cherry blossom trees

For those seeking a classic cherry blossom tree gift, the Prunus Accolade stands out. With masses of semi-double pink flowers in early spring, this tree is renowned for its graceful arching branches and exceptional hardiness, making it a popular choice for New Zealand gardens. It delivers a long flowering season and suits a range of garden sizes, from compact urban yards to expansive rural spaces.

If your recipient is interested in fruiting varieties, consider a unique twist on the gift by exploring our selection of cherry trees. The Cherry Rainier boasts firm, sweet yellow fruit with a pink blush—delightful for home orchardists and backyard enthusiasts. Alternatively, the Cherry Dawson offers rich, deep red fruit that’s excellent for eating fresh or using in preserves. The Cherry Modesto and Cherry Griotella Frumi each have their own exceptional traits, bringing both ornamental beauty and bountiful harvests.

Planting and caring for your cherry blossom tree gift

Cherry blossom trees thrive in well-drained soil and a sunny position. They appreciate protection from strong winds and respond well to gentle pruning to enhance their shape. With the right care, your cherry blossom tree will flower spectacularly each spring, inviting bees, birds, and admiration from everyone who visits. Our nursery team supplies each tree with planting instructions and is always available to guide you through aftercare.

Celebrate with a cherry blossom tree gift

For a truly memorable gesture, choose a cherry blossom tree gift that symbolises lasting growth and renewal. Whether you opt for a classic ornamental like Prunus Accolade or a fruiting type such as Cherry Rainier, your gift will become a yearly highlight in the garden. Explore our curated range and discover the perfect flowering cherry for your special occasion.


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