Prunus serrulata Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Prunus serrula Ukon', also called Ukon Cherry, is a cherry tree species in Japan. This unique cherry blossom has cream-coloured flowers and sometimes slightly pink. It blooms magnificently in late April or early May with large rose-like flowers that enhance the beauty of the scenery.
Common Name |
Ukon Cherry
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Plant Type
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Trees
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Prunus serrulata
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Genus
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Prunus
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Family
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Rosaceae
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Order
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Rosales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Prunus serrulata Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Prunus serrulata.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Prunus serrulata needs water once every
3 days in 2
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Prunus serrulata needs about 0.5 L per 3 days. |
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Prunus serrulata Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Prunus serrulata to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 6 hours
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Temperature |
41°F
to 95°F
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Humidity Preference |
Medium
The ideal humidity range for your Prunus serrulata to thrive is between 40% and 50%. |
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Prunus serrulata Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Prunus serrulata. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Prunus serrulata plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
clay
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
alkaline
neutral
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Prunus serrulata Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Prunus serrulata plant. |
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Maximum Height |
360 Inches or
10 meters
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Spread |
300 Inches or
8 meters
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Color |
Pale Yellow
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Characteristics |
Fragrant
Showy
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Is Prunus serrulata toxic to pets? |
Yes
Ukon Cherry is not safe for your pets if ingested. |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
Informal and Cottage
Japanese Garden
Prairie and Meadow
Traditional Garden
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Prunus serrulata Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Prunus serrulata, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
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Flowering season |
spring
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Prunus serrulata Native Region |
Find out where the Prunus serrulata plant originated. |
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Country |
Japan
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Specific Location
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Most of Ukon Cherry grows in Tokyo, Kanagawa, and Okazaki. |
