Yoshino Flowering Cherry

Somei-Yoshino is a deciduous flowering cherry within the hybrid taxon Prunus × yedoensis; the Royal Horticultural Society lists Prunus 'Yoshino' as a synonym that connects this identity to the catalog name. It has broad-spreading branches, with spring leaves emerging coppery-bronze, maturing dark green, and turning red-orange in autumn. ## Features Fragrant, single flowers open blush-white or pink before the foliage in spring, followed by small, shiny black fruits that birds eat. The RHS profile recommends full sun and describes mature height above 12 metres and spread above 8 metres. Its wide crown suits a generous lawn or open garden where the spring display can be seen from a distance. [RHS plant profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/14055/prunus-%C3%97-yedoensis-somei-yoshino/details). ## Maintenance Prunus trees are best pruned in mid-summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf disease. [RHS pruning guidance](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/types/trees/reducing-size-safely).