Snow Fountains® Weeping Cherry Tree
Description
A flowery focal point. The graceful, drooping branches of this dwarf tree make it a standout in any space. Each branch is cloaked in gorgeous white blossoms in spring. Ornamental red berries in summer are non-toxic. Pest- and disease-resistant. Cold-hardy. Matures to be 12-15' tall and 6-8' wide. Snow Fountains® is a registered trademark of LCN Holding, Inc. Snofozam cultivar.
Characteristics
Bloom Color | White |
Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained - Average Moistness |
Zone Compatibility
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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Questions & Answers
Mine is in full sun
To get the full effect of this beautiful tree it will need full sun for at least 4 hours a day.
5 to 6 hours are the recommendations
We planted ours in 2013 four foot' from the corner of the house. It is now about 3' in diameter and it came in the mail about 3' tall. It is now 6' three years later. The only trimming is the branches are on the ground as the picture shows after the 2nd year. So, 3 years it should be 5 feet tall. When we planted, we did put two or three small round fertilizer tablets about 3-4 inches deeper than the roots to give the tree a good start. And we watered the tree the first year with at least 5 gallons twice a week. And if it is windy (if you live in the country like we do) staking it for the first 2 years is a must.
Lorie - Realize that the tree you are asking about has distinctive growth characteristics that make it the tree that you want in the 1st place. If you want to alter its height, the terminal shoot(s) at the top that create the vertical growth / height should not be cut or trimmed off. As for trimming the lateral branches, the very essence of the Prunus 'Snofozam' SNOW FOUNTAINS weeping cherry is reflected by its dense foliage in bloom and in branch / leaf density. You can trim back these branches, thus reducing its density and diminishing its overall appearance - the attribute for which it is valued as a unique landscape tree.
Visit the missouri botanical garden site and view the dimension specifics of this tree by searching for Prunus 'Snofozam' SNOW FOUNTAINS thru the 'Plant Finder' tool.
The tree blooms slowly and the blossoms last a little less than two weeks.
Our tree is very young, one year, and age may effect the blooming, I don't know. It is a very beautiful tree, and I am pleased with it.
doesn't grow more than 6-10 feet-have beautiful white/pink blooms in spring with branches that bend down like a weeping willow tree
Hi Nora, If sap is running out of the trunk there must be some sort of injury or damage. If you'd like for our customer support team to try to help diagnose and offer a solution please email us pictures to info@starkbros.com.
That will depend entirely upon where you live and what the spring temperatures are like. In moderate temperature, the tree blooms in early spring, and you can expect the blooms to last 2-3 weeks.
Will absolutely look great in the front of house
Was looking for a 'corner' item to place in landscaping and love weeping cherries, only didn't realize there was a 'dwarf' tree....perfect!
dwarf, beautiful spring time flowering, interesting shape
For its shape, color and size. It will be a jewel in the crown of a teardrop shaped garden.