What are the common varieties of cherry blossoms?

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There are many varieties of cherry blossoms, with the number reaching more than 300, and their flowering period is in March every year. The flowers are fragrant and bright, making it an excellent plant for garden viewing.

Tokyo Sakura

Tokyo cherry blossoms, which have white or pink flowers, are native to Japan and are also widely planted in gardens in northern cities in my country. The flowering period is in April.

The appearance of Tokyo cherry blossoms: the inflorescence is in the shape of an open umbrella, the flowers grow in 4 petals, the diameter of the flowers is more than 3 cm, and the bracts are brown and oval. The calyx is triangular with glandular teeth on the margin. The petals of Japanese cherry blossoms are white and pink and oval in shape.

The value of Tokyo cherry blossoms is that they are ornamental flowers in early spring. Although the flowering period is short, the flowers are lush and beautiful. They are planted in courtyards and along roadsides to beautify the environment.

Mountain cherry

Mountain cherry grows in Asia, mostly in valleys or cultivated artificially, and blooms from April to May.

The appearance of mountain cherry: the inflorescence is close to the shape of an umbrella, the flower has four petals, the bud is reddish-brown, and is an inverted ovate circle. The calyx tube is tubular, the sepals are triangular lanceolate, and the color of the flower is white and a few are pink.

The mountain cherry blossoms bloom luxuriantly and brilliantly like stars. They are mainly used for garden viewing and greening to optimize the environment.

Edohigan Cherry Blossoms

Edo Higan cherry blossoms grow in warm areas of the northern hemisphere and their flowering period varies in different regions, generally in late March in Tokyo, mid-April in Kanazawa, and from late April to early May in Morioka.

Appearance of Edo Higan: Its flower colors are pure white, purple-red, and the most common light red.

Big mountain cherry

Big mountain cherry, native to Hokkaido, Japan, prefers a cold environment and blooms between April and May.

Appearance of Big Mountain Cherry: The flower of Big Mountain Cherry has 4 petals, and the bracts are leaf-shaped, purple with long hairs. The calyx is bell-shaped, the sepals are ovate, the petals are obovate, and the flower color is rose.

Its value is used for diplomatic gifts.

Of course, there are many varieties of cherry blossoms. The editor only introduces the four most common ones!