Cherry tree 'Acolade'

Prunu 'Accolade'

The 'Accolade' cherry tree (Prunus × subhirtella 'Accolade') is a beautiful cherry tree loved by many gardeners and landscape architects. The following is a description of its characteristics and care methods.

Growth Characteristics
- Growth Form: 'Accolade' grows as a medium-sized deciduous broad-leaved tree, reaching a height of approximately 4 to 8 meters.
- Flowering Season: In the spring, primarily from late March to early April, beautiful pale pink flowers bloom in full, enhancing its ornamental value.
- Leaves: After the flowers fade, the glossy green leaves fall off, forming a dense foliage in the summer.

Propagation Methods
- Grafting: The most common method of propagation is grafting. This allows for rapid propagation while maintaining the same variety as the parent plant.
- Cuttings: Propagation is possible via semi-hardwood cuttings in the summer, but it is used less frequently than grafting due to a lower success rate. Cultivation Methods
- Growing Environment: It prefers sunny locations and thrives in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic pH soil.
- Watering: Sufficient water supply is required during the early growth stage, but mature trees can tolerate some degree of drought.
- Fertilizer: Providing a small amount of slow-release fertilizer during the early growth stage aids in growth.

Uses in Gardens
- Landscape Tree: Widely used in various landscaping spaces such as gardens and parks due to its spectacular full bloom in spring and excellent autumn foliage colors.
- Street Tree: Also used as a street tree in urban areas, it adds vibrancy to the city landscape in spring.

Important Pests and Diseases & Control Methods
- Diseases: Periodic observation and management are necessary as diseases such as powdery mildew and cherry red leaf blight may occur.
- Control Methods: Prevent these diseases by using appropriate fungicides upon early detection and maintain a well-ventilated environment.
- Pests: It may be attacked by aphids or moths. - Control Methods: When pests are discovered, use eco-friendly insecticides, or if the infestation is particularly severe, manage them effectively through chemical control.

The 'Acollad' cherry tree is a valuable plant that allows you to enjoy beautiful flowers and autumn foliage every year, provided it is properly cared for and provided with the right environment.

Plant Type
Plant Family	Rosaceae
Height	6~7.5m
Spread	6~7.5m
Colors	pink
Bloom Period	March to April
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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