Prunus sargentii

Prunus sargentii is a deciduous tree that grows 20–40 ft (6.1–12.2 m) tall and broad. New growth is a reddish or bronze color, changing to shiny dark green.^[5] The obovate leaves with serrated margins are 3–5 inches (7.6–12.7 cm) in length and are arranged alternately. In fall, the leaves turn red, orange, or yellow.^[6] It grows single pink flowers on 1-in pedicels, which result in purple-black fruit in summer.^[5] The fruits are a favorite of birds, but because of their size (small, pea sized) and color, are considered inconspicuous to humans.^[7]

P. sargentii is a fast-growing ornamental tree^[8] requiring sun and well-drained soil. The tree can tolerate wind, but not air pollution; it is one of the hardiest cherries, and can be easily transplanted. This makes it suitable for use as a street tree.^[5] The tree is moderately drought-tolerant.^[6][9]

Native to Korea and Japan, the tree was introduced to America and then the United Kingdom in 1908.^{[citation needed]}

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  Buds
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  Flowers
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  Flower detail
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  Prunus sargentii, 1928 accession (#794-28*B) Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
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  Flowers

• For cherry blossoms and their cultural significance to the Japanese, see sakura.