Nanking Cherry adds an edible crop for fresh use, preserves, and wildlife; a companion plant can improve fruit set. With Nanking Cherry, use selective pruning to show the natural branching instead of clipping it into a uniform block. A well-placed Nanking Cherry can make a border feel intentional without making it feel formal. Compare Nanking Cherry with other shrubs at The Greenhouse Nursery in Logan, UT.
Prunus tomentosa Nanking (Nanking Cherry)
Mature Height: 6-10 feet
Mature Width: 8-12 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast, growing about 12-24 inches annually.
Hardiness Zone: 2-7
Light Needs: Full sun.
Water Needs: Moderate. Prefers well-drained soil and consistent moisture while establishing.
Flower Color: White to pale pink
Bloom Time: Early spring
Fall Color: Yellow



