Prunus First Blush®

First Blush® Flowering Cherry

  • Double pink flowers in early spring
  • Very narrow, upright form
  • Great fall color - Bright orange to red
  • Fragrant flowers
  • Disease resistant

  • Category: Tree
  • Alternate Cultivar: 'JFS-KW14'
  • Patent: PP28,248
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-8
  • Height: 20-25 ft
  • Spread: 10-12 ft
  • Bloom Color: Pink Shades
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades

In early spring the bare branches are nearly covered with fragrant, fully double flowers. Disease resistant, dark green foliage follows and as the weather cools in the fall it transitions to a breathtaking orange and red. The very narrow upright form is great for home or commercial landscapes. 

Attributes
• Focal Point
• Fragrant
Foliage Color
• Dark Green
• Orange
• Red
Flower Color
• Lavender
• Pink
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Fall
Exposure
• Full Sun
Habit
• Upright
Soil Moisture
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Prunus First Blush®

Plant in a sunny area.  Generous watering first year, average water needs thereafter. Fertilize in spring.