The Davey Nursery

One of the most hardy flowering cherries. Upright in form, Sargent cherry grows to about 35 feet. Pink flowers in spring, rich reddish brown bark and bronze leaf coloration in fall are interesting characteristics of this, which is suitable as a street tree.

Hardiness Zones: 4-8

Habit: deciduous

Growth rate: moderate

Ideal planting location: full sun; moist, well-drained soil; high drought tolerance.

Form: Narrowly columnar in shape; flowers are deep rose; small black fruit.

Height: 30-40 feet

Width: 12-18 feet

Leaf: 3-5 inches; glossy dark green leaves; red-orange to gold in fall.