Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono' ~ Akebono Flowering Cherry purple-leaf and has a sweet

and has a sweet

Flat-topped clusters of soft pink flowers cover the plant from late spring into summer

The large glossy bright green leaves turn yellow in fall

Flat clusters of long-lasting bright yellow flowers on stiff stalks rise above the foliage in summer

Best grown in full sun and rich well-drained soils

Prunus x yedoensis 'Akebono' ~ Akebono Flowering Cherry purple-leaf and has a sweetAkebono Flowering Cherry is a small spreading deciduous tree with a broad crown and bark with prominent horizontal stripes. The simple dark green leaves turn golden yellow with orange tints in fall. Masses of lightly fragrant soft pink, semi double flowers bloom in early spring are followed by small bitter black cherries. Grows best in part sun in Southern climates and rich moist well drained soils. Type: Tree Origins: P. lannesiana x P. pendula