Branklyn

Branklyn is a form of Prunus serrula, well-known for its glossy striated peeling brown bark, which is a year-round attraction.

The flowers are borne in late April and are small and plain white, not as profuse as other flowering cherries.

The narrow leaves are much smaller than other flowering cherries, contributing to the pleasing appearance of the tree over the summer.

Branklyn flowering cherry trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

Sorry we have not produced any trees of this variety this season.

History

This variety is named after Branklyn Gardens, in Scotland, but the species originates in western China. The species Prunus serrula is sometimes known as the Tibetan cherry for that reason.

Branklyn characteristics

• Gardening skillBeginner
• AwardsRHS AGM (current) - 2012
• Attractive featuresAttractive tree / plantAttractive bark
• Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
• Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
• PruningLight prune
• Growth rateAverage
• Flower colourWhite
• Flower formSingle flower (5-8 petals)
• Flowering monthApril
• Leaf colourGreen
• Fruit colourRed - dark
• Fruit sizeVery small
• BarkBrown - chocolatePeeling
• Country of originUnited Kingdom
• Annual cycleDeciduous

Similar varieties

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  Prunus serrula
  Prunus serrula
  A popular flowering cherry tree species, The Tibetan cherry or Birch Bark cherry is well-known for its attractive bark.

How to choose a flowering cherry tree

We list more than 70 different flowering cherry trees. Choosing can be difficult! Our article explaining the different characteristics of flowering cherries might help narrow down the selection.