Cherry – Prunus incisa 'Kojo No Mai'

Common Name:
Cherry – Prunus incisa 'Kojo No Mai'

Description:
Prunus incisa 'Kojo No Mai' is a delightful dwarf flowering cherry, celebrated for its architectural form and stunning spring display. This compact, deciduous shrub or small tree produces masses of delicate, pale pink to white flowers in early spring, often before the leaves appear, creating a striking contrast on its zig-zagging bare stems. The finely serrated, mid-green foliage turns vibrant shades of red and orange in autumn, adding another layer of seasonal interest. Ideal for small gardens, courtyards, or even pots, ‘Kojo No Mai’ thrives in Melbourne’s climate, preferring a sunny to lightly shaded position with well-drained soil. It is slow-growing, easy to maintain, and perfectly suited for feature planting or low hedging in cooler climates.

Form:
Shrub – Small
Tree – Small

Mature Size:
Height: 1.5–2 m
Width: 1.5–2 m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Late Winter
Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:
Pale Pink
White

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Bee Attracting
Spectacular Autumn Colour
Compact Form
Deciduous
Cold Hardy
Low Maintenance
Suitable for Small Gardens
Architectural Winter Form
Suitable for Bonsai

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans
May be mildly toxic to pets if foliage is ingested in large quantities

Companion Plants:
Magnolia stellata
Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'
Liriope muscari
Helleborus orientalis
Cornus kousa ‘Satomi’