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Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry - 10 Gallon
SKU:
2128070
UPC:
014949038314
$299.99
- Graceful, cascading habit with large magenta buds that open to soft pink spring blossoms.
- Space-friendly specimen: typically ~15–20 ft. tall × ~15–20 ft. wide with an elegant weeping canopy.
- Attracts pollinators and birds; more resilient than many flowering cherries in varied landscapes.
- Thrives in full sun and humus‑rich, well‑drained soil; easy care with light pruning after bloom.
Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry (Prunus subhirtella ‘Pendula’) is a landscape showstopper—arching branches drip with soft pink flowers in spring, followed by bronze‑tinted new growth that matures to green and finishes with warm yellow fall color. Sized right for front‑yard focal points, paired entry plantings, or Japanese‑style gardens, this resilient weeping cherry delivers season‑spanning beauty while staying manageable in full sun and well‑drained, organically enriched soil.
Plant Description
Deciduous ornamental cherry featuring gracefully pendulous branches. Large magenta buds open to soft pink flowers, then bronze new leaves transition to green; foliage glows yellow in fall.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Showy soft‑pink blossoms in spring emerge from striking magenta buds along the weeping boughs—an iconic seasonal display ideal for entry views and patio backdrops.
Foliage & Seasonal Color
New growth flushes bronze as blooms fade, maturing to rich green for summer; leaves develop warm yellow tones in autumn for a second highlight of the year.
Habit & Size
Slow‑growing, naturally weeping canopy typically reaching about 15–20 ft. tall and wide, forming a fountain‑like silhouette suited to medium and smaller gardens.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours/day) promotes the heaviest flowering and a dense, elegant cascade; site in an open exposure for best effect.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish; once established, water when the top ~2 inches of soil are dry. Avoid prolonged soggy conditions.
Soil Requirements
Prefers humus‑rich, well‑drained soil. Incorporate organic matter at planting and maintain a 2–3 in. mulch layer (kept off the trunk) to conserve moisture and enrich soil over time.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–8.
Wildlife & Pollinators
Spring flowers support pollinators; ornamental fruit and branching provide seasonal benefits for birds.
Landscape Uses
Four‑season focal point for lawns and courtyards, paired specimens to frame gateways, and a must‑have structural element for Japanese‑inspired designs.
Care & Pruning
Feed with a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring growth. Prune after flowering to refine structure and maintain clearance—avoid heavy winter cuts that remove spring buds.
Spacing & Placement
Allow ~15–20 ft. of lateral space for mature spread. Position where cascading branches can be appreciated from key viewpoints (windows, patios, entries).
Design Tips
Underplant with spring bulbs or low, textural groundcovers to highlight the floral curtain; pair with viburnum, lilac, butterfly bush, coneflower, or rose of Sharon for extended seasonal color.
- Graceful, cascading habit with large magenta buds that open to soft pink spring blossoms.
- Space-friendly specimen: typically ~15–20 ft. tall × ~15–20 ft. wide with an elegant weeping canopy.
- Attracts pollinators and birds; more resilient than many flowering cherries in varied landscapes.
- Thrives in full sun and humus‑rich, well‑drained soil; easy care with light pruning after bloom.
Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry (Prunus subhirtella ‘Pendula’) is a landscape showstopper—arching branches drip with soft pink flowers in spring, followed by bronze‑tinted new growth that matures to green and finishes with warm yellow fall color. Sized right for front‑yard focal points, paired entry plantings, or Japanese‑style gardens, this resilient weeping cherry delivers season‑spanning beauty while staying manageable in full sun and well‑drained, organically enriched soil.
Plant Description
Deciduous ornamental cherry featuring gracefully pendulous branches. Large magenta buds open to soft pink flowers, then bronze new leaves transition to green; foliage glows yellow in fall.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Showy soft‑pink blossoms in spring emerge from striking magenta buds along the weeping boughs—an iconic seasonal display ideal for entry views and patio backdrops.
Foliage & Seasonal Color
New growth flushes bronze as blooms fade, maturing to rich green for summer; leaves develop warm yellow tones in autumn for a second highlight of the year.
Habit & Size
Slow‑growing, naturally weeping canopy typically reaching about 15–20 ft. tall and wide, forming a fountain‑like silhouette suited to medium and smaller gardens.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours/day) promotes the heaviest flowering and a dense, elegant cascade; site in an open exposure for best effect.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish; once established, water when the top ~2 inches of soil are dry. Avoid prolonged soggy conditions.
Soil Requirements
Prefers humus‑rich, well‑drained soil. Incorporate organic matter at planting and maintain a 2–3 in. mulch layer (kept off the trunk) to conserve moisture and enrich soil over time.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–8.
Wildlife & Pollinators
Spring flowers support pollinators; ornamental fruit and branching provide seasonal benefits for birds.
Landscape Uses
Four‑season focal point for lawns and courtyards, paired specimens to frame gateways, and a must‑have structural element for Japanese‑inspired designs.
Care & Pruning
Feed with a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring growth. Prune after flowering to refine structure and maintain clearance—avoid heavy winter cuts that remove spring buds.
Spacing & Placement
Allow ~15–20 ft. of lateral space for mature spread. Position where cascading branches can be appreciated from key viewpoints (windows, patios, entries).
Design Tips
Underplant with spring bulbs or low, textural groundcovers to highlight the floral curtain; pair with viburnum, lilac, butterfly bush, coneflower, or rose of Sharon for extended seasonal color.
