Weeping Yoshino Cherry

A weeping form of the hybrid Yoshino cherry, Prunus x yedoensis ‘Shidare-yoshino’ is a small tree whose branches arch right down to the ground. In early Spring it produces masses of large, single, almond-scented flowers, pale pink fading to white, in racemes along the bare branches. The green leaves emerge after the blossom, and show shades of yellow and gold in Autumn, and sometimes bronze to orange-red in warmer Autumns, before dropping for Winter. The Weeping Yoshino Cherry’s striking habit and beautiful blossom show particularly well against a dark evergreen background. Height depends on where it is grafted.

Site: Can tolerate exposure, but the blossoms need shelter from strong winds 
Soil: Any reasonably well drained soil
Position: Full sun
Season of Interest: Early Spring, Autumn
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 10-13’ (3-4m) Spread: 10-15’ (3-4.5m)