Flowering Cherry

Prunus incisa 'Kojo-no-mai' Little Twist Rosaceae

Other names

Fuji-Zakura, Mame-Zakura, Fuji Cherry

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Mullestein Winter Garden

Source of plant

Lazy S's Farm Nursery

Description

A flowering cherry from Japan with distinctive zig-zag stems and shoots that produce profuse, tightly clustered white blooms with pink centers. Fall brings on maroon foliage. A lovely tree/shrub for patios and small spaces. 'Kojo No Mai means "dancing in the ancient castle". The zig-zag stem gives an interesting visual effect both in leaf and when dormant. to 3-4' tall & 4-5' wide.

USDA Hardiness Zone

6