As the season turns to winter, neighborhoods across Chicagoland start to change. Lawns rest, the sky begins to pale, and homes start their preparations for some of the most magical times of the...
Pink Flair® Cherry Tree
(Prunus sargentii Pink Flair®)
Welcome spring in spectacular fashion with the Pink Flair Cherry Tree, a refined ornamental tree prized for its vivid pink blossoms and elegant upright form. One of the earliest flowering cherry trees, Pink Flair bursts into bloom with a profusion of deep pink, single flowers along its slender branches—often before the leaves appear. Its compact, columnar shape makes it perfect for narrow spaces, urban gardens, or as a formal accent in landscape designs.
Key Features:
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Brilliant Spring Blooms: Rich pink, single flowers blanket the tree in early spring for a show-stopping display.
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Narrow Upright Form: Grows 20–25 feet tall and just 10–15 feet wide—ideal for small spaces and street plantings.
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Seasonal Foliage: Glossy green leaves provide lush summer texture and turn vibrant orange-red in fall.
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Cold Hardy: One of the hardiest flowering cherry trees, thriving in colder climates (Zones 4–8).
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Low Maintenance: Strong structure and disease resistance make growing and caring for easy.
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Four-Season Interest: Offers striking blooms, elegant foliage, and attractive bark for year-round appeal.
Care Tips:
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Plant well-drained soil in full sun for the best performance of flower and foliage.
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Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system.
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Prune lightly in late winter to shape or remove any crossing or damaged branches.
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Apply mulch to conserve moisture and protect roots from temperature extremes.
Whether planted as a specimen, in a row along a driveway, or to frame an entrance, the Pink Flair Cherry Tree adds elegance, color, and charm to any landscape. Its upright habit and cold tolerance make it a standout among ornamental trees.
