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Royal Burgundy Flowering Cherry
Prunus serrulata 'Royal Burgundy'
Flowering Cherry
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An extremely prolific spring bloomer with large double pink blooms. It is very comparable to 'Kwanzan', but has leaves that emerge bronze and has deeper pink tones to the blossoms. It is also somewhat slower growing. Leaves take on a red hue through the summer and turn yellow - orange in the fall.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Good fall color.
- Attracts pollinators.
Quick answers
How big does Royal Burgundy Flowering Cherry get?
About 15-20' tall and 12-15' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Royal Burgundy Flowering Cherry need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Royal Burgundy Flowering Cherry need?
Moderate water use.
Will Royal Burgundy Flowering Cherry grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Royal Burgundy Flowering Cherry in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Royal Burgundy Flowering Cherry wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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