Prunus yedoensis ‘Awanui’ – Prunus Awanui

Prunus yedoensis ‘Awanui’, or Prunus Awanui, is a graceful flowering cherry tree known for its upright, spreading shape and lots of soft pink blossoms. In spring, it produces many semi-double flowers for a stunning display, followed by fresh green leaves. Its even canopy and reliable blooms make it a great choice for gardens, both for looks and for providing light shade in summer.

Prunus yedoensis ‘Awanui’ growing in New Zealand

Prunus yedoensis ‘Awanui’ does well in most parts of New Zealand, especially in full sun and good, well-drained soil. Once settled in, it handles normal garden conditions and becomes an attractive tree with dependable spring flowers. It’s a good pick as a feature tree, for streets, avenues, parks, schools, commercial areas, or bigger home gardens where you want seasonal colour.

Prunus yedoensis ‘Awanui’ size, spacing, and growth rate

‘Awanui’ grows at a moderate pace and usually reaches about 7 meters tall and 5 meters wide in 10 years. Its broad, upright canopy gives great shade in the season. Give it enough space to grow naturally, and plant it away from buildings or overhead wires so you can enjoy its shape and spring flowers.