Akebono Flowering Cherry – Prunus × yedoensis ‘Akebono’ Grafted Tree | 3–4 Feet Tall | Ships in 3 Gallon Pot Soft Pink Spring Blooms | Ornamental Landscape Tree | Strong Established Trunk

Enhance your landscape with this 3–4 foot tall Akebono Flowering Cherry tree, a grafted ornamental variety shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot. This well-established tree features a thicker, stronger trunk and is ready to make an elegant statement in your yard.

‘Akebono’ is prized for its breathtaking spring display of soft pink blossoms that gradually fade to white as they fully open. The glossy dark green leaves have finely serrated edges and provide lush summer coverage, while fall brings warm shades of yellow and orange for multi-season interest.

This small deciduous tree has an upright growth habit with a rounded crown when young, making it perfect for front yards, garden focal points, and ornamental landscaping.

You will receive a tree similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live grafted Akebono Cherry tree
✔️ Height: approximately 3–4 feet
✔️ Shipped in 3 gallon nursery pot
✔️ Stronger, thicker trunk
✔️ Healthy, established root system
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Akebono Flowering Cherry
Botanical Name: Prunus × yedoensis ‘Akebono’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Grafted young tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: 20–30 feet
Mature Spread: 15–25 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring
USDA Zones: 5–8
Container Friendly: Temporary only; transplant recommended

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun for the best flower display. Prune lightly after blooming to maintain shape and encourage healthy branching. Avoid heavy pruning in winter to protect next season’s blooms.