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Species: Prunus 'Accolade'

Prunus 'Accolade'

Flowering Cherry 'Accolade'

Found on Course Walks

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

Recommended Urban Trees Collection
Tree Identification Guide

Cultivars

No cultivars listed

Ornamental Characteristics

Tree < 30 feet

20'-25', width 15'-25'

Deciduous

rounded to vase-shaped, spreading

Environmental Characteristics

Full sun

5a

Can tolerate acid to neutral soil (pH 5.0 to 7.4)

Tolerates salt spray

Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

Prunus have many potential problems; ‘Accolade’ is reportedly more resistant than most

Bare Root Transplanting

Easy

Other

cross: P. sargentii x P. subhirtella

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil
Consistently moist, well-drained soil
Occasional periods of dry soil
Prolonged periods of dry soil
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