Autumnalis higan cherry
Prunus subhirtella 'Autumnalis'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size20 to 35 feet tall15 to 30 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Autumnalis' higan cherry (Prunus subhirtella 'Autumnalis') is a tree for borders, containers, and specimen planting. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. It bears pink blooms in more than one season, and bees and birds visit it. It grows at a moderate rate with an erect habit.
Pairs well with Susan magnolia, Royal Purple smoketree, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Liberty hosta.