Prunus 'Snow Showers'
weeping Fuji cherry blossom tree ( syn. Hillings Weeping )
A beautiful weeping Fuji cherry that is ideal for the smallest gardens and will thrive in large tubs. Its long, weeping...
12 litre pot | 1.6m tall
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Plant description
A beautiful weeping Fuji cherry that is ideal for the smallest gardens and will thrive in large tubs. Its long, weeping branches are smothered in pure white flowers in March and April and create a cascade effect.
The flowers of Prunus 'Snow Showers' are produced on the current year's growth, so the branches can be pruned hard each year after flowering if required. The leaves are small, mid-green, and turn lush shades of burgundy and red in autumn.
These compact and showy ornamental cherries have been grafted to create stronger, more productive trees. The 12-litre top-worked option (also known as top-grafted) helps to keep the plant compact, which makes it ideal for larger pots on the patio.
The flowers of Prunus 'Snow Showers' are produced on the current year's growth, so the branches can be pruned hard each year after flowering if required. The leaves are small, mid-green, and turn lush shades of burgundy and red in autumn.
These compact and showy ornamental cherries have been grafted to create stronger, more productive trees. The 12-litre top-worked option (also known as top-grafted) helps to keep the plant compact, which makes it ideal for larger pots on the patio.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Prunus Snow Showers:
When planting, incorporate lots of well-rotted compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. If potting up use John Innes No.3 compost and make sure it is kept well watered during warm weather. Any necessary pruning should be done in summer to reduce the risk of bacterial canker.
Please note:
This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
