8 Japanese Flowering Cherry Seed True Imported Prunus Serrulata Bonsai Landscape The Japanese Cherry is also called the Hill Cherry, the Oriental Cherry or the East Asian Cherry. It is a species of cherry native to Japan, Korea and China. It makes a stunning beautiful addition to any landscape and is widely known for its spring cherry blossom displays and festivals. Few trees exemplify the spirit of Japanese bonsai more than a lovely cherry in bloom. The abundant pink and white flowers are produced in clusters of two to five together at nodes on short spurs in spring. The Japanese Cherry is a deciduous tree with a short single trunk and a beautiful dense crown. The smooth bark is chestnut-brown. At the end of autumn, the green leaves turn yellow, red or crimson. Flowering cherry trees, also known as ornamental cherry trees, paint your yard with showy flowers. These cherry trees arent grown for edible fruit. Flowering cherry trees commonly grow 24 inches per year, but some are said to grow 36 inches per year to a maximum height of 40 feet.. They grow best in moist, well-drained, acidic soil in a site featuring full to partial sun. This tree is best suited for USDA zones 5-8. Bonsai is the reproduction of natural tree forms in miniature. This art form has its origin in Japan and China where it has been practiced for centuries. Bonsai are grown in pots and are totally dependent on you for their care. With proper care, your bonsai will remain healthy, beautiful and miniature for many years to come. Since your bonsai is a living miniature tree, it will increase in beauty as it matures through the years. This is only an introduction, therefore, we recommend that you purchase one of the many fine books available on the subject. Germination tips:  Chip away at the seeds outer skin with a knife to let water get in.  Heat water until it is hot to the touch but not burning. Place seeds in the water and let them soak for one or two days. You do not have to maintain the temperature of the water.  Remove the seeds from the water and dry them off. Place in a plastic baggie with damp sand and put in the refrigerator for at least two months. Take the seeds out of the refrigerator and place in growing trays filled with compost and vermiculite.  Cover lightly with the soil mixture and dampen.  Place plastic over the tray to create a greenhouse effect. Poke a few holes in the plastic for air circulation.  Set in indirect light.