Prunus serrulata Sunset Boulevard (Japanese Cherry)

“The large, single white flowers are tinged with pink at the edges, giving a pretty soft colour to them which contrasts nicely with the emerging coppery foliage. The flowers are held on the tree in pairs, maximising their impact and are held on the tree for longer than many other cherries. As the summer progresses the coppery foliage turns to green and then golden yellow in the autumn time. The leaves are elliptical and medium sized for a cherry. Initially bred to be an extremely columnar tree, this cherry does broaden with age to a more oval shape. Like all cherries this tree prefers a well drained soil and will not enjoy having wet feet.”