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Akebono Flowering Cherry
Prunus yedoensis 'Akebono'
Flowering Cherry
In stock · from $265.99
Deciduous tree with an upright, spreading habit. Early spring blooms are pink. Green foliage turns yellow to orange in the fall. Attractive bark and small, fruits.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-07.
Good to know
- Good fall color.
- Attracts pollinators.
Quick answers
How big does Akebono Flowering Cherry get?
About 30' tall and 25' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Akebono Flowering Cherry need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Akebono Flowering Cherry need?
Moderate water use.
Will Akebono Flowering Cherry grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. 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 Akebono Flowering Cherry in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $265.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Akebono 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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