This ornamental cherry tree did very good until the 105 to 110° days here in Texas hit then it looks like it got sunburned really bad and lost all of its leaves.
I mean, it literally looks like someone took a blow torch to it. but the good news is it's all coming back now, so we shall see. My regular fruiting, cherry trees did not react like this they seemed to be very happy in the Texas Sun in the same yard But these ornamentals seem more touchy.
in retrospect, I probably should have put some shade cloth over them during the blazing 105° day streaks we had.
My Yoshino and Okami did the same thing They both grew great until they got sunburned in the late summer super heat. Now that the heat is gone, they are both recovering with new leaves all around.
Description
About Okame Cherry Trees
A stunning and easy-to-grow ornamental cherry tree!
The Okame Cherry tree is one of the few flowering cherries that grow and blossom in warmer zones. This ornamental tree blooms earlier than other cherries with pink, showy, fragrant flowers. The early spring blooms are so lovely, they are celebrated at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC.
Even when the tree isn’t blooming, it makes a lovely addition to your garden, thanks to its green leaves with orange tints. The beautiful leaves turn yellow, orange and red in the fall. For winter appeal, once leaves are gone, textured reddish-bronze bark adds interest. Plant this flowering tree as a landscape feature or in a row to frame your driveway.
How to Grow an Okame Cherry Tree
Okame cherry is the most heat, humidity and drought resistant of the flowering cherries. With a low chill requirement, the blooms are reliable. Cherry trees can do well in almost any kind of soil, although this hybrid cherry doesn’t do well in overly wet or clay soil, so make sure that you avoid these soil conditions.
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 6 - 9 |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
When your tree matures, it will be approximately 15 - 30' tall x 15 - 30' wide.
Recommended Spacing
We recommend spacing these trees 15 - 30' apart to ensure room for growth.
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
6 - 9
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow flowering trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Shipping Information
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Questions & Answers
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Why did you choose this?
Does this tree produce fruit?
No, it just blossoms.
Can soil amendment help when we have some clay to contend with?
I planted it in a mixture of clay, and soil. Plus i mix in bone meal and its growing.
will the root show above ground for the Okame Cherry Supreme?
The roots of a cherry tree are typically closer to the surface of your soil and send out a lot of surface roots.
Can these be planted in pots?
This ornamental cherry grows up to 20 feet tall, but can be kept smaller in a pot or planter.
What is Shipping cost ?
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Will this grow in a 5B Zone?
Our website has a special feature that will help you find the best plants for you to grow in your area. Simply enter your zip code in our Hardiness Zone Finder and as you browse our page, you’ll see a small check mark next to products that are hardy to your growing zone!
https://www.starkbros.com/zone-finder
How much do these grow on a year??? How tall are they when shipped???
That will depend upon which option you choose. Please see the "Choose an option" dropdown menu near the top of the page, which will show you the various sizes/options that are available. Rate of growth is medium, especially when young, so expect 1- 2' or more per year.
Does this trees blossoms have nectar for the bees?
Yes.
I have a Montmorency cherry tree already. Will this Okame cherry interfere with the other cherry trees pollination?
No as this is an ornamental tree.
Mature Trunk diameter size?
Maybe 3 inches
Customer Reviews
1 Rating
1 Review
Rated 5 out of 5
Nov 20, 2023
not very heat tolerant over 100° days, Otherwise, a great tree
To plant above the grave of Princess Paris, my beloved Siamese forever-kitten. She was a joy to me and all the lives she touched. “A thing of beauty is a joy forever” -Mary Poppins
My wife wanted them. I am a farmer, and once this tree is grown, I plan to take cuttings, and plant them along our drive for her enjoyment.
I want to create a Garden that has seasonal elements and what's more seasonal then the blossoms of a cherry tree? It's so iconic, the flowers are used as a visual indicator of what time of year a…
Always wanted a cherry tree.