Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree - grown in USDA zones 5-8, this exquisite Japanese-style tree grows up to 12ft tall and wide, with cascading branches of delicate white flowers. Perfect for nature-inspired gardens.
Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree
The Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree (Prunus x 'Snofozam') is a deciduous tree that is known for its graceful weeping habit and abundant white flowers in the spring. It is a relatively new cultivar, having been introduced in 1985, but it has quickly become a popular choice for home gardens due to its easy care, low maintenance, and beauty.
The Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree grows to be about 12-15 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide. It has a slender, weeping habit, with branches that cascade to the ground. The leaves are dark green in the summer and turn brilliant shades of orange and gold in the fall. The flowers are small and white, and they bloom in clusters in early spring.
The Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, but it will benefit from regular watering during hot, dry weather. The tree can be pruned to maintain its shape and size, but it is not necessary.
To plant a Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree, choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-drained soil. Dig a hole that is twice as wide as the root ball of the tree and amend the soil with compost or manure. Place the tree in the hole and backfill with soil, tamping down gently to remove any air pockets. Water the tree well after planting.
Water your Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Fertilize the tree in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Prune the tree as needed to maintain its shape and size.
The Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It makes a stunning accent tree, and can also be used in mass plantings, borders, and along walkways. It is also a good choice for container planting.
Here are some additional tips for growing a Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree:
- Protect the tree from frost during the winter months.
- Be sure to inspect the tree regularly for signs of pests or diseases, and treat them promptly if necessary.
- Be patient! It may take a few years for the tree to reach its full size and bloom profusely.
With proper care, your Snow Fountains Weeping Cherry Tree will thrive for many years and provide you with a beautiful and elegant addition to your landscape.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-8
| Mature Height: | 8 to 15 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 6 to 8 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Prunus spp. 'Snofozam' |
