Columnaris sargent cherry
Prunus sargentii 'Columnaris'
USDA zones4 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size20 to 30 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Fall color
- Yes
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Columnaris' sargent cherry (Prunus sargentii 'Columnaris') is a tree for specimen planting, pollinator gardens, and shade gardens. 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, loamy soil. It grows at a rapid rate into a dense form. Flowers open in early to late spring and attract butterflies and bees. The leaves turn a new color in fall.
Pairs well with Susan magnolia, Cinnamon fern, Dancing Queen hosta, and Black Parrot tulip.