Cherry tree 'Acolade'

Prunus '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 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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