- USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9
- Height 3-5 Feet Tall
- Spread 3-5 Feet Wide
Enchanting cherry blossoms signal spring, and Zuzu Ornamental Cherry (Zuzu Prunus incisa 'Rinpo') gives you the thrill of lush pink flowers in spring without having to care for a fruit tree. Zuzu is a compact shrub, only 5 feet high and wide. So, it needs less space in a yard than an actual fruit tree requires. The plant is cold hardy to zone 5 and heat tolerant to zone 9.
Zuzu Ornamental Cherry is related to fruit-bearing and ornamental cherry trees, but is bred to grow as an upright shrub, so it can fit in nearly any garden bed or corner of your landscape. Plant several along a sidewalk or garden bed for a luscious pink border in spring. Even before its abundant bloom, Zuzu's small leaves begin emerging as coppery orange, turning to deep green by summer. That means this shrub also makes a stunning statement as a stand-alone plant in the middle of a garden bed.
Zuzu Ornamental Cherry Care
Choose a sunny or mostly sunny spot for Zuzu Ornamental Cherry. Plant the shrub after the danger of frost has passed. The easy-care plant needs little maintenance, except average watering, especially in its first year or in dry heat. Because it grows in a columnar shape, Zuzu needs little pruning. The flowers form on the previous year's growth, so prune this cherry after it is done blooming in late spring or early summer.
Zuzu Ornamental Cherry Spacing
When planting Zuzu Ornamental Cherry as a border or hedge plant, space each shrub about 3 to 5 feet apart from one center to another. Then, just enjoy the pink spring show.
Zuzu Ornamental Cherry Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 3-5 Feet |
| Spread: 3-5 Feet |
| Spacing: 3-5 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Blooms On: Old Wood |
| Watering: Average |
| Shrub Type: Deciduous |
| Scientific Name: Zuzu® Prunus incisa 'Rinpo' |
| Common Name: Zuzu® Ornamental Cherry |
| Other Name(s): Fuji Cherry, Flowering Cherry |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Features: Compact Space Saver |
- SKU:
- PRUZU
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
