Prunus subhirtella 'PENDULA' weeping higan cherry

The prunus family contains over 400 species that are useful and beautiful at the same time. There are cherries, plums, peaches or sloes, as well as flowering Japanese cherries, evergreen cherry laurels and many more.

Pendula higan cherry has snow white flowers, and a weeping form with branches touching the ground if grafted onto half-standard. These trees are often grafted and their stems usually reach between 3 and 4m tall. Its weeping crown needs some space so find it a good location with plenty of sunlight.

Flowering cherries can take almost any well-drained soil. But if you are after a good looking tree grow it in slightly acid, evenly moist soil. Pruning, if needed, should be done immediately after flowering to prevent silver leaf and bacteria canker, and to encourage new growths that will bear flowers. It is fully hardy to about -29°C (USDA zone 5), perhaps a little lower.

Last update 20-02-2014