Prunus cerasifera 'Oakville Crimson Spire'

Size: 200L
Sale price$1,200.00

Prunus cerasifera 'Oakville Crimson Spire' is an eye-catching deciduous tree known for its striking deep burgundy leaves and elegant columnar shape. This compact tree grows to about 3–4 meters tall and 1–2 meters wide, making it perfect for tight spaces, narrow gardens, or as a bold specimen.

It bursts into fragrant pink-white flowers in early spring, creating a beautiful contrast with its rich foliage. The upright, spire-like form provides architectural interest and works well for hedging or as a focal point in mixed garden beds.

They look excellent when planted in full sun to part shade, thriving best in well-drained soils. Its moderate drought tolerance makes it suitable for low-water gardens, and it responds well to light pruning to maintain its neat shape. For added impact, consider underplanting with low-growing, drought-tolerant groundcovers to complement its vivid foliage and form.

Please note, as living products, our trees naturally vary in size and appearance throughout the seasons. The photos on our website are provided as a helpful guide, but may not always reflect our current batches. We always aim to deliver stock as pictured, but some variation is to be expected. For up-to-date sizing, please refer to our current height guide. If you’d like to see photos of our current stock, just let us know—we’re happy to send them!

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About This Tree

Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height:

1 – 2 m

Mature Width:

3 – 4 m

Expected Growth Pear Year

Approx. 30 cm – 60 cm per year

  • Medium Growth Rate
Evergreen/ Deciduous

Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Sunlight Tolerance
  • Full Sun
  • Part Shade
Form & Shape

Prunus cerasifera 'Oakville Crimson Spire' is considered:

  • Columnar
  • Upright
Australian Native?

No

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: Pink

Flower Type:

  • Fragrant

Flowering Period

  • Spring
Foliage Type / Shape
  • Rounded

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Is 'Oakville Crimson Spire' suitable for hedging? Yes, it can be used for hedging due to its compact growth habit.
  2. What is the mature size of this tree? It typically reaches a height of 3-4 meters and a width of 1-2 meters.
  3. Does it require special care during droughts? Once established, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during dry periods.
  4. When does it bloom? 'Oakville Crimson Spire' produces fragrant blooms in early spring.
  5. Can it be used as a focal point in a garden design? Absolutely, its deep burgundy foliage makes it a striking focal point.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Feature Planting: Space 1.5 – 2 m apart for vertical structure

Hedging & Screening: Space 1 – 2 m apart for dense, narrow screens

Avenue Planting: Space 2 – 3 m apart for formal vertical rhythm

How to Plant Prunus cerasifera 'Oakville Crimson Spire'

How to Plant Prunus cerasifera 'Oakville Crimson Spire'

  1. Location: Choose a location with well-drained soil and exposure to full sun or partial shade.
  2. Dig a Hole: Dig a hole that is as deep as the root ball and twice as wide.
  3. Planting: Position the tree in the hole at the same depth as it was in the container and backfill with soil.
  4. Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base to conserve moisture.

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

  • 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
  • 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
  • 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
  • 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
  • 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
  • 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
  • 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
  • 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
  • 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
  • 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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