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Prunus Amanogawa – Flagpole Cherry

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Ornamental Flagpole Cherry

The Ultimate Space-Saving Flowering Cherry for the Smallest Gardens

Named after the Japanese word for the Milky Way, Prunus ‘Amanogawa’ is a spectacularly narrow, columnar deciduous tree that brings the classic beauty of cherry blossoms to compact urban spaces, courtyards, and small lawns. Rarely growing wider than 2.5 meters (8’), its strictly upright, flagpole-like habit allows it to squeeze into tight corners, stand as an elegant vertical accent, or frame a pathway without encroaching on surrounding plants.

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Description

The seasonal interest begins in mid-to-late spring, when the tree completely smothers itself in masses of large, semi-double, pale pink flowers. These stunning blossoms emit a subtle, sweet almond scent and create a cloud-like vertical pillar of color, provided the tree is planted in full sun. The foliage offers its own dynamic show: fresh leaves emerge with a warm bronze tint in spring, mature into a crisp green for summer, and shift into fiery shades of orange and red as autumn arrives. Introduced to Europe in 1916 by the famous plant hunter Ernest ‘Chinese’ Wilson, this highly reliable variety proudly holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

  • Strictly Columnar Habit: Perfect for tight spaces, side passages, or small city gardens.

  • Scented Spring Blossoms: Smothered in large, pale pink, semi-double flowers with a delicate almond fragrance.

  • Tri-Colour Foliage: Shifts beautifully from spring bronze to summer green, finishing with dramatic autumn orange and red.

Additional information

Size

7 – 8 ft

Position

Full sun (essential for maximum flowering)

Growth Rate

Moderate

Hardiness

Very Hardy

Soil Conditions

Adapts easily to any reasonably well-drained soil

Common Names

Flagpole Cherry / Milky Way Cherry

Mature Height / Spread

4–8m (13–26’) height x 2.5m (8’) spread within 20 years

Planting & Care Tips

To ensure the most prolific blossom display and the best autumn colour, plant 'Amanogawa' in a spot that receives full, direct sunlight throughout the day. It requires minimal to no pruning due to its naturally disciplined, upright growth habit. If you do need to remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches, always prune in mid-summer (rather than winter) to protect the tree from silver leaf disease. Keep it well-watered during its first growing season until its root system is firmly established.

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