5–6ft Tall | Supplied by Direct Plants
Add breathtaking seasonal beauty to your garden with the Prunus ‘Kanzan’ Japanese Flowering Cherry, one of the most popular and spectacular ornamental trees for UK gardens.
Grown and supplied by Direct Plants, an award-winning family-run nursery based in Norfolk, this premium bare root tree is carefully selected for healthy structure, strong establishment, and outstanding spring display.
Prunus ‘Kanzan’ is renowned for its abundant clusters of double pink blossoms, which cover the branches in mid to late spring, creating a stunning ornamental feature. Bronze-tinged young leaves emerge after flowering, turning rich green in summer before finishing with warm autumn colour.
This variety is hardy, reliable, and easy to grow, making it an excellent choice for gardens, lawns, avenues, and landscape planting.
Botanical Name: Prunus serrulata ‘Kanzan’
Common Name: Japanese Flowering Cherry
Supplied Height: approx. 5–6ft
Type: Bare root ornamental tree
Eventual Height: approx. 6–8m (20–26ft)
Spread: approx. 5–6m
Flowering Time: Mid to late spring
Best For: Feature planting, lawns, ornamental gardens
1 high-quality bare root Prunus ‘Kanzan’ tree, approx. 5–6ft tall
Clearly labelled variety, root-wrapped in moist compost to ensure freshness
All bare root trees by Direct Plants are carefully root-wrapped to keep them fresh and healthy during transit
Shipped in Direct Plants’ bespoke protective packaging — no dry or exposed roots
Trees are grown in Norfolk, UK, by our experienced, award-winning nursery team
Grown with care and guaranteed quality — don’t settle for lower standards when you can invest in a tree that truly lasts
Whether you’re enhancing a garden feature or creating a statement planting, Prunus ‘Kanzan’ brings elegance, colour, and timeless beauty to any outdoor space.
Our trees are delivered root-wrapped in moist compost, ensuring they arrive nursery-fresh. This means you don’t need to plant immediately — they’ll stay fresh for several days or even several weeks, giving you time to plant at your convenience.
Soak roots (still wrapped or unwrapped) in a bucket of water for 1–2 hours before planting
Dig a hole large enough to spread the roots comfortably, positioning the tree so the root collar sits at soil level
Backfill with soil, firm in gently, and water thoroughly
Stake if required, especially in exposed areas
Mulch around the base (avoiding the trunk) to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Keep well-watered through the first growing season. Prune lightly in summer if required to maintain shape
With proper care, your Prunus ‘Kanzan’ Japanese Flowering Cherry Tree will reward you with spectacular spring blossom and decades of reliable, ornamental beauty.
