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Japanese Cherry

Prunus serrulata, Rosaceae

Zones
5–8
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Gala AppleMalus domestica Gala
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Granny Smith AppleMalus domestica Granny Smith
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Contender PeachPrunus persica Contender
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Sour CherryPrunus cerasus

Cherry species may compete for soil resources and can share similar pest and disease issues

Common Questions

What zones does Japanese Cherry grow in?

Japanese Cherry grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Japanese Cherry?

Good companions for Japanese Cherry include Gala Apple, Granny Smith Apple, Contender Peach.

Design guilds with Japanese Cherry and see companion relationships visually.

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