2000-022 | Arboretum

European Bird Cherry

Catalogue A#2000-022 Z6

Coordinates: 45D 43' 56" N / 108D 67' 16" W

Prunus padus 'Summer Glow'

Family: Roseceae

Origin: Cultivar Wandell introduction. Species-Europe, northern Asia to Korean and Japan

Location: Just south of Plaza junction on right side

Number in accession: 1

Memorial to Mary Warner Ivirs (from Jay and Kathy Kirkpatrick

overallbenefitsMA213Park or other vacant

This 13 inch European bird cherry provides overall benefits of: $48 every year.

CRITIQUE

Japanese flowering cherry is an Asian species known more for its cultivars. The actual species is seldom sold. The cultivars produce showy flowers in spring and some good leaf color in autumn.

Tree or Plant Type: Tree
       Foliage: Deciduous (seasonally loses leaves)
       Native Locale: Non-native
       Landscape Uses: Specimen, Utility
       Size Range: Small tree (15-25 feet)
Mature Height: 15-20 feet
Mature Width: 15-20 feet
       Light Exposure: Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily)
       Hardiness Zones: Zone 5 , Zone 6
       Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil
       Acid Soils: Tolerant
       Alkaline Soils: Moderately Tolerant
       Salt Spray: Tolerant
       Soil Salt: Tolerant
       Drought Conditions: Intolerant
       Poor Drainage: Intolerant
       Ornamental Interest: Spring blossoms, Fall color, Fragrant flowers, Showy flowers, Attractive bark
       Season of Interest: Early spring, Mid spring, Early fall
       Flower Color & Fragrance: Pink, White
       Shape or Form: Round
       Growth Rate: Moderate
       Transplants Well: Yes
       Wildlife: Insect pollinator