evergreen cherry blossom tree
Searching for an evergreen cherry blossom tree for your garden in New Zealand? If you love the look of cherry blossoms but wish for year-round foliage, you’re not alone. Many gardeners adore the delicate beauty of cherry blossoms in spring, but are surprised to discover that true cherry blossom trees are deciduous—they lose their leaves in autumn and remain bare over winter. Let’s explore the options for those seeking an “evergreen cherry blossom tree,” and suggest alternatives that offer beautiful blooms, lush greenery, and lasting interest.
Prunus Shimidsu Sakura
Prunus 'Shimidsu Sakura' is an elegant deciduous tree celebrated for its abundant pink blossoms that brighten gardens in spring. Its upright growth habit and moderate size make it suitable for a variety of garden styles, from formal to informal settings. Well-adapted to New Zealand’s climate, this variety offers reliable flowering and ease of care, making it a favourite among gardeners looking to add seasonal colour and charm.
From $343.89
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.
From $97.13
