Weeping Cherry (aka Weeping Higan Cherry)
Prunus pendula
The first year after being planted (1994)
Mature Height/Spread: 15-25 ft./ 15/25 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Foliage: Elliptic to ovate, doubly serrate, green leaves (to 4” long) turn red or yellow in fall.
Flower/Fruit: Light pink flowers appear before leaves in early Spring. Small, inedible, pea-sized fruits follow and mature to black.
Hardy to Zone 5
I planted this gorgeous tree at the corner of the southeast end of our house, next to what now is the patio. I don't know what I was thinking but the tree has done nicely despite the fact that it has limited space to grow. This shows that a plant will grow to accomodate the surroundings. Anyway, I'm sure it would be more spectacular in an area where it was allowed to spread out. The tree is located in a difficult spot to admire the blooms and we forget to look up.
Cherry trees are notoriously fickle and prone to insects and diseases but there have been no problems. Plant it in a well-drained location that stays consistently moist. It would be stunning next to a water feature.
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Growth Rate: Fast
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Foliage: Elliptic to ovate, doubly serrate, green leaves (to 4” long) turn red or yellow in fall.
Flower/Fruit: Light pink flowers appear before leaves in early Spring. Small, inedible, pea-sized fruits follow and mature to black.
Hardy to Zone 5
I planted this gorgeous tree at the corner of the southeast end of our house, next to what now is the patio. I don't know what I was thinking but the tree has done nicely despite the fact that it has limited space to grow. This shows that a plant will grow to accomodate the surroundings. Anyway, I'm sure it would be more spectacular in an area where it was allowed to spread out. The tree is located in a difficult spot to admire the blooms and we forget to look up.
Cherry trees are notoriously fickle and prone to insects and diseases but there have been no problems. Plant it in a well-drained location that stays consistently moist. It would be stunning next to a water feature.
Back to Trees & Shrubs