Prunus 'First Blush®'
First Blush® flowering cherry
- Double pink flowers in early spring
- Very narrow, upright form
- Great fall color - Bright orange to red
- Fragrant flowers
- Disease resistant
- Category: Tree
- Alternate Cultivar: 'JFS-KW14'
- Patent: PP28,248
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Height: 20-25 ft
- Spread: 10-12 ft
- Bloom Color: Pink Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Purchase options for First Blush® flowering cherry
- Size: #7 7-8'
- Status: BeautiFULL
- Availability: In Stock
$194.00
In early spring the bare branches are nearly covered with fragrant, fully double flowers. Disease resistant, dark green foliage follows and as the weather cools in the fall it transitions to a breathtaking orange and red. The very narrow upright form is great for home or commercial landscapes.
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing Tips for Prunus 'First Blush®'
Plant in a sunny area. Generous watering first year, average water needs thereafter. Fertilize in spring.