{"product_id":"akebono-cherry-tree","title":"Akebono Cherry Tree - Prunus serrulata 'Akebono'","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAkebono Cherry Tree (Prunus serrulata 'Akebono')\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Akebono Cherry Tree is a celebrated ornamental that brings year-round visual interest to any landscape with its soft pink spring blossoms and brilliant orange autumn foliage. This hardy, manageable tree adapts well to various growing conditions, making it an excellent choice for homeowners seeking a low-maintenance focal point. You can buy Akebono Cherry Trees online and have them shipped directly to transform your yard into a seasonal showcase of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Akebono Cherry Tree as a specimen in open lawn areas where its branching structure and seasonal colors can be fully appreciated. It works beautifully as part of mixed borders, along property lines, or as a standalone feature near patios and seating areas. This tree pairs well with spring bulbs, shade-tolerant groundcovers, and evergreen shrubs that provide contrast to its deciduous form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 20–30 feet\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 20–25 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003eWater: Moderate; drought-tolerant when established\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining; adaptable to various soil types\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Delicate pink blossoms create a stunning spring display against emerging green foliage\u003cbr\u003e• Striking orange fall color provides a dramatic seasonal finale\u003cbr\u003e• Minimal pruning and maintenance requirements once established\u003cbr\u003e• Attracts pollinators and birds, supporting local wildlife and ecosystem health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a full-sun location with well-draining soil and dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball. Plant at ground level, backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and apply mulch around the base. During the first season, maintain consistent moisture to establish roots; thereafter, the tree becomes drought-tolerant but appreciates supplemental water during dry periods. Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood, thin crowded branches, and maintain shape. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage robust growth and abundant flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"4-5 ft.","offer_id":45814256238778,"sku":"30370","price":500.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/akebono-cherry-tree_ce219b32-c680-4fb4-bb5a-b7559d57eedc.jpg?v=1777509708","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/akebono-cherry-tree","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}