Japanese cherry 'Asano' (Prunus serrulata 'Asano')

Japanese cherry 'Asano'

Also known as: Japanese flowering cherry 'Asano', Hill cherry 'Asano', Sakura 'Asano'

Japanese cherry 'Asano' is a Japanese cherry cultivar identified by its pink pom-pom blooms that have up to 100 petals each! It is named after the legendary warrior and feudal lord Naganori Asano, who became famous in 1701 after a confrontation with a court official.

Scientific classification

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Japanese cherry 'Asano'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Water japanese cherry 'Asano' once before budding in mid-spring, then monthly until fall. Ensure thorough watering until drainage stops. Afterward, loosen soil and remove weeds. Cease watering in autumn and winter to prevent frost damage.

Fertilize: Japanese cherry 'Asano' requires fertilization for healthy growth and fruit production. Use organic fertilizer, applying it twice yearly: before blooming and during fruit growth. Create a circular trench 15 inches deep and 11 inches wide around the tree crown to evenly distribute the fertilizer.

Pruning: To promote vibrant blooms, japanese cherry 'Asano' requires proper pruning, including dead branch removal, crowd thinning, and reshaping. Prune in early spring for optimal air circulation and disease prevention, which enhances flowering and maintains healthy structure. Consult horticultural sources for specific guidelines.

Propagation: Japanese cherry 'Asano' can be propagated by grafting using healthy branches with 3-4 fully developed buds. In mid-spring, cut a T-shaped opening in the stock, insert the bud, and bind with plastic wrap. After 10-20 days, remove the wrap once healed.

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