Plant Care Japanese Flowering Cherry

Japanese Flowering Cherry

Also known as

cherry blossom bonsai tree, Japanese Cherry Blossom Bonsai, Sakura and Prunus serrulata 2

Taxonomy

Prunus serrulata
Prunus
Rosaceae
Rosales

How to care for Japanese Flowering Cherry

💦 Water

How often to water your Japanese Flowering Cherry

Water needs for Japanese Flowering Cherry
0.5 cups
every 9

Japanese Flowering Cherry needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Japanese Flowering Cherry

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Japanese Flowering Cherry in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Japanese Flowering Cherry: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Japanese Flowering Cherry love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Japanese Flowering Cherry does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Japanese Flowering Cherry in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Japanese Flowering Cherry

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Japanese Flowering Cherry: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Japanese Flowering Cherry after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Japanese Flowering Cherry is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Japanese Flowering Cherry →

Benefits of Growing Japanese Flowering Cherry →

Common Japanese Flowering Cherry Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Japanese Flowering Cherry →


💦 Water Needs

Japanese Flowering Cherry prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Japanese Flowering Cherry Water Frequency →

Japanese Flowering Cherry Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Japanese Flowering Cherry requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Japanese Flowering Cherry Light Requirements →

Japanese Flowering Cherry Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Japanese Flowering Cherry is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Japanese Flowering Cherry is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🪴 Soil

Japanese Flowering Cherry is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Japanese Flowering Cherry →

Best Pots for Japanese Flowering Cherry →

When and How to Successfully Repot Japanese Flowering Cherry →

What Are Healthy Japanese Flowering Cherry Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Japanese Flowering Cherry grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Japanese Flowering Cherry →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Japanese Flowering Cherry grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Japanese Flowering Cherry Lifecycle →

Japanese Flowering Cherry Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Japanese Flowering Cherry →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Japanese Flowering Cherry, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Japanese Flowering Cherry

Japanese Flowering Cherry

Japanese Flowering Cherry


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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