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A flowering cherry tree is one of the most spectacular additions you can make to your New Zealand garden. Known for their dazzling spring displays, these ornamental trees burst into a profusion of delicate pink or white blossoms, transforming your outdoor space into a seasonal wonderland. Whether lining a driveway, forming a floral avenue, or acting as a standout specimen tree, flowering cherry trees provide incredible beauty, attract pollinators, and add value to any property.

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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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Prunus Ukon

Prunus 'Ukon' is a rare and elegant flowering cherry tree admired for its unusual pale yellow green blossoms during spring. This deciduous ornamental tree creates a distinctive display that stands apart from traditional pink flowering cherries, adding sophistication and uniqueness to New Zealand gardens. The semi double flowers appear in abundance against fresh green foliage and gradually develop subtle pink tones as they age. Prunus 'Ukon' is ideal for feature planting, avenue planting, and ornamental landscapes where refined beauty and seasonal colour are desired. Its graceful form and uncommon blooms make it a highly desirable ornamental tree.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Prunus 'Pendula Rosea'

Prunus 'Pendula Rosea' is a stunning weeping ornamental cherry tree admired for its cascading branches and masses of soft pink flowers during spring...

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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...

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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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Prunus laurocerasus

Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry Laurel) is a vigorous evergreen shrub admired for its lush glossy foliage and excellent screening qualities. This hardy...

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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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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'

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 Plant a Flowering Cherry Tree?

The flowering cherry tree is celebrated for its abundance of showy blooms, which typically appear in late winter to early spring. These flowers are not only visually stunning but also signal the arrival of warmer weather and invite tui, bellbirds, and bees into your garden. Flowering cherries offer year-round interest—after their floral display, trees develop lush green foliage that turns golden, orange, or red in autumn. Most varieties are non-fruiting and require minimal maintenance, making them an ideal choice for both beginner and seasoned gardeners.

Popular Flowering Cherry Tree Varieties

New Zealand gardeners have an excellent selection of flowering cherry tree cultivars, each offering unique attributes. One of the most loved is Prunus Accolade, renowned for its graceful, semi-double pink flowers that smother the branches in early spring. This variety is treasured for its arching habit and impressive performance in cooler climates.

For those interested in a dual-purpose tree, consider the ornamental features of cherries alongside a fruitful harvest. While traditional flowering cherries are grown for their blossoms rather than fruit, home orchardists may also enjoy tasty fruit from varieties such as Cherry Rainier, Cherry Dawson, Cherry Modesto, or the vibrant Cherry Griotella Frumi.

Planting and Care Tips for Flowering Cherry Trees

A successful flowering cherry tree starts with the right spot. These trees prefer full sun and well-drained soil, with protection from strong winds to preserve delicate blooms. Dig a generous hole, add organic matter or compost, and water your new tree well after planting. Mulching conserves moisture and discourages weeds, while regular watering helps young trees establish quickly. In most Kiwi gardens, flowering cherries are hardy and require only occasional pruning to shape or remove dead wood.

Design Ideas Using Flowering Cherry Trees

Flowering cherry trees are highly versatile in landscape design. Plant as a single focal point on the lawn, group several as a stunning border, or mix with other spring-flowering trees for layered vistas. Their compact size also suits smaller gardens and urban courtyards. Combine flowering cherry trees with spring bulbs or evergreen hedges for continuous seasonal interest, and enjoy the breathtaking transformation every year.

A flowering cherry tree brings structure, colour, and a dash of magic to every New Zealand garden. Explore our full range, including the popular Prunus Accolade, or discover edible options like Cherry Rainier, Cherry Dawson, Cherry Modesto, and Cherry Griotella Frumi to make the most of your outdoor space.


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