Weeping Cherry (Prunus subhirtella ‘Pendula’)

Weeping Cherry is a graceful ornamental tree known for its cascading branches and stunning spring blooms. A cultivar of the Higan Cherry, it produces an abundance of soft pink or white flowers that drape elegantly from its weeping limbs. It’s a favorite focal point in gardens and landscapes, offering beauty in all seasons—from spring blossoms to elegant winter form.

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Sun Needs:

  • Full sun
  • Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
  • Best flowering and form in open, sunny locations

Bloom Time:

  • Early to mid-spring
  • Profuse pink or white flowers bloom before or with leaf emergence
  • Flowers are lightly fragrant and attract pollinators
Size:

Height: 15 to 25 feet tall
Width: 15 to 30 feet wide, depending on pruning and training

Attributes:
  • Graceful, weeping form with arching branches
  • Showy spring flowers in pink or white
  • Light green foliage turns golden yellow in fall
  • May produce small, inedible black fruits
  • Excellent as a specimen tree or in Japanese-style gardens
Care Tips:
  • Plant in well-drained, fertile soil
  • Water regularly during dry periods, especially when young
  • Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots
  • Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches
  • Monitor for pests like borers, aphids, and fungal leaf spot
  • Avoid planting in poorly drained or compacted soils

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