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Transform your New Zealand garden with the stunning display of flowering cherry trees. If you’re searching for flowering cherry trees for sale NZ, you’ll find a wide selection that adds a burst of seasonal colour and structure to any outdoor space. These remarkable trees are celebrated for their glorious spring blossoms—ranging from delicate pinks to pure whites—and their attractive foliage that brings year-round interest. Whether you’re landscaping a backyard, lining a driveway, or seeking an elegant specimen tree for your lawn, flowering cherry trees are a top choice for Kiwi gardeners who crave beauty and easy maintenance.

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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 Choose Flowering Cherry Trees for Your New Zealand Garden?

Flowering cherry trees are treasured for their spectacular springtime floral displays, making them a centrepiece in gardens across NZ. Most varieties grow with a graceful, spreading habit, creating an eye-catching canopy ideal for shaded entertaining or peaceful relaxation beneath a flurry of petals. Many flowering cherries are also tolerant of New Zealand’s varied climate, thriving in both cooler and temperate regions.

Beyond their celebrated blooms, these trees offer attractive features throughout the year. Summer brings lush green leaves, while autumn showcases a tapestry of yellow, orange, and red foliage. Flowering cherries are generally low-maintenance, needing only basic pruning and occasional feeding to look their best.

Top Picks: Flowering Cherry Trees for Sale NZ

When browsing flowering cherry trees for sale NZ, consider exceptional varieties such as the Prunus Accolade. Renowned for its semi-double pink flowers, Prunus Accolade creates a breathtaking cloud of blossoms each spring and suits most New Zealand gardens. Its reliable flowering and graceful structure make it a favourite for both new and established landscapes.

While ornamental cherry trees are typically grown for their stunning flowers rather than fruit, some cherry varieties available provide both beauty and bountiful crops. Explore options like Cherry Rainier, celebrated for its deliciously sweet fruit, or the robust Cherry Dawson, which performs well in New Zealand’s diverse climates. The Cherry Modesto and Cherry Griotella Frumi are also worth considering for their resilience and versatility.

Tips for Planting and Caring for Your Flowering Cherry Tree

To ensure your flowering cherry thrives, choose a site with full sun and well-drained soil. These trees prefer a sheltered spot, protected from strong winds. Dig a generous planting hole, enrich the soil with compost, and water well after planting. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Each year, prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring.

Shop Flowering Cherry Trees for Sale NZ

Ready to bring a touch of seasonal magic to your landscape? Browse our selection of flowering cherry trees for sale NZ and discover specimens suited to gardens of all sizes. Whether you’re drawn to ornamental varieties such as Prunus Accolade or fruiting cherries like Cherry Rainier and Cherry Modesto, you’ll find trees that offer beauty, resilience, and lasting enjoyment for years to come.


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