Prunus serr. Royal Burgundy 10/12cm Girth

Prunus serrulata ‘Royal Burgundy’ – Ornamental Japanese Cherry (10/12cm Girth)

Prunus serrulata ‘Royal Burgundy’, the Japanese flowering cherry, is a striking deciduous tree celebrated for its deep burgundy-purple foliage and seasonal floral display. With a robust 10/12cm girth, this tree provides instant presence and structure, making it perfect as a specimen tree or focal point in gardens, parks, or formal landscapes.

In spring, Royal Burgundy produces clusters of soft pink to pale blooms that contrast beautifully with the dark foliage, creating a dramatic, eye-catching effect. Its moderate growth rate, compact yet spreading habit, and low-maintenance nature make it an excellent choice for lawns, borders, or courtyard planting, offering both architectural form and seasonal interest.

Key Features

• Striking Foliage: Deep burgundy leaves provide colour year-round

• Seasonal Blooms: Soft pink flowers in spring for dramatic contrast

• Robust & Structured: 10/12cm girth ensures a strong, well-formed specimen

• Deciduous Beauty: Architectural branching adds winter interest

• Low Maintenance: Hardy, resilient, and easy to care for

Ideal For

• Specimen planting on lawns or in garden borders

• Courtyards, terraces, and formal gardens

• Seasonal focal points with contrasting foliage and flowers

• Adding year-round colour and structure to medium to large gardens

Growing Conditions

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK

• Care: Minimal – prune lightly after flowering to shape if required

Prunus serr. Royal Burgundy 10/12cm Girth Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.