Asano cherry
Prunus 'Asano'
USDA zones6 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Asano' cherry (Prunus 'Asano') is a tree for borders and specimen planting, and it needs little upkeep. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil of most types. It blooms from early to late spring. Butterflies, bees, and birds visit the tree.
Pairs well with Common snowdrop, Grape hyacinth, and Silver feather grass.