This deciduous tree has an upright trunk with dark greyish bark and widely spreading branches that form a rounded crown. It has elliptical dark green leaves that turn orange red in autumn and the pink bowl-shaped flowers appear in spring before the leaves.

Hardiness zones 4 to 9 

Prunus sargentii one of the largest species in the genus and is naturally found from Japan to Korea and eastern Siberia growing in moderately fertile moist well-drained soils. It grows in a sunny position with wind and drought protection but is frost tolerant.

Sargent Cherry is a large shrub to small tree that is grown for its autumn leaf colour and its flowers. It is planted in medium to large gardens as a specimen or is borders for screening. It is also used for summer shade and establishes in 3 to 5 years. It requires ample room as it becomes large with age and is suitable for cool mountain regions. ID 1698

Prunus (PROO-nus) sargentii (sar-JENT-ee-eye)

Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Rose Family