Mature Weeping Pink Cherry Tree, Prunus Subhirtella Pendula Plena Rosea Options Explained
Girth 6-8cm: Standard,18L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 180-240cm tall.
Girth 8-10cm: Standard,25-30L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 240-300cm tall.
Girth 10-12cm: Standard,30-35L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 300+cm tall.
Girth 12-14cm: Standard,35L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 300+cm tall.
Girth 14-16cm: Standard,50-70L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem,*roughly 300+cm tall
Girth 16-18cm: Standard,70-90L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 300+cm tall.
Girth 18-20cm: Standard,90-110L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 300+cm tall​​​​​​​
Girth 20-25cm: Standard,90-130L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 300+cm tall​​​​​​​
Girth 25-30cm: Standard,180-230L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem, *roughly 300+cm tall​​​​​​​
Girth 30-35cm: Standard,230+L pot, around 180-200cm clear stem,*roughly 300+cm tall
*Heights/volumes are given as a very rough guideline and can have considerable variation based on species and supplier (each nursery experiences different growing conditions) It may even have been pruned before being sent out so we can only guarantee girth. Weeping trees are more difficult to give an accurate height as it depends where the nursery grafted it. Trees over 5.5m may include a delivery surcharge based on location and species but we will confirm with you before progressing the order.
Once a mature tree is around 200cm/4 years old then girth is the best measure of value for money. For every girth measurement increment e.g. 6-8cm to 8-10cm, the canopy will be wider, stronger, bushier and the root system larger as it has experienced 12-18 months growth. You can notice larger root systems with potted versions because the pot size increases with maturity. As a very general rule, each one cm girth measurement represents around 30cm growth but this doesn't apply to slow-growing trees.
Multistem means several stems starting very low to the ground. Comparing these with the same age Standard and Half Standard, these are typically shorter as growing several stems takes more effort than one stem and the girth measuring system does not apply.
Standard and Half Standard means lollipop shape. Industry definitions (which are not universal) mean Half Standard have around 80-150cm clear stem and Standard 180cm or more. Half Standards will usually be quite smaller than their standard equivalent girth size.
Feathered means it has an obvious single stem with side branching for most of it.
Mature Weeping Pink Cherry Tree, Prunus Subhirtella Pendula Plena Rosea
This deciduous weeping cherry tree is ideal for those gardens that need something interesting to look at but not too tall. For some, the first choice might be R2D2 or an Oompa Loompa but they are not likely to want to stand still for very long. In their place is this top grafted weeping cherry tree with a light to mid-pink floral display in the spring around March-April before the foliage makes an appearance. An unusual characteristic of this tree is that the flowers cover most of the length of the branch.
When Autumn arrives expect the toothed, dark green and oval leaves to turn the usual oranges and yellows. If they don't then you might have purchased a plastic version.
The branches of Prunus Subhirtella Pendula Plena Rosea weep and can come close to ground level. If any do, it is a good idea to prune them back.
The only way you could be happier with this tree is to buy two of them.
Planting Mature Weeping Pink Cherry Tree, Prunus Subhirtella Pendula Plena Rosea
Happy in most well-draining soils even though it will be weeping. Plant in chalk and loam to clay and acidic. Plant in full sun for best results and hardy down to minus 20 degrees centigrade. Suitable for growing in pots but we suggest as large as possible for easier maintenance.
Pruning Mature Weeping Pink Cherry Tree, Prunus Subhirtella Pendula Plena Rosea
In pruning group one, hardly any pruning is required. Always cut back dead, diseased and crossing-over branches. Late winter is a good time to prune or on a sunny day when the wound can dry out quickly to prevent disease ingress.
If you find grass cuttings within your prunings then you have pruned way too far back and if the foliage shape changes, you have wandered over to a different tree.
Possibly Interesting/Made-up Information About Prunus Subhirtella Pendula Plena Rosea
The name of this tree originated from a person who was responsible for naming trees.
Of all the Prunus that we sell, this is definitely one of them.
To get the best results from this tree, hire someone that knows what they are doing.
No part of this tree is edible, especially the pot.
Tree Jargon Explained
Half Standard: Around 80-100cm clear stem.
Standard: Around 180-200cm clear stem.
Feathered: Branches for most of the trunk/stem length.
Multi-Stem/Bush: Very little or no clear stem. Multiple branching starting low to the ground.
Rootball: Dug from the field with roots intact i.e. no pot.
Pot: Plastic container that the tree was grown in.
Maiden: 1 year tree that has not been pruned.
Pleached: Foliage a square/rectangle flat shape wired to a bamboo frame with some clear stem.
Screen: Same as pleached but much less/no clear stem.
Multiple Order Discount
Orders over £750 for 150cm+ trees might be discounted by ​​​​​​​contacting us
Ornamental Tree Roots In The Shade e.g. Behind A Fence
It is more important that that foliage (posh term for leaves) receives the sunlight than the roots. So if the canopy of your ornamental tree can sunbathe but the bottom of your tree thinks there has been a nuclear winter then that is ok. You might want to ensure you have good drainage as water and no sun is the start of algae and other such issues.
Early Autumn Leaf Fall
Heat stress, being potted, lack of water, being boxed up for a few days etc can cause early Autumn leaf fall. Once planted, normal service will resume next season.
Do I Need To Stake My Ornamental Tree?
9 out of 10 times the answer will be no, especially if under 200cm tall. However our article on Tree Staking should help guide you.
Climate Change
Climate Change has increased aesthetic foliage issues such as Powdery Mildew, Shothole, Rust, frost damage etc These are not terminal issues and will usually last a season or less. All trees are inspected before being sent out to ensure they are fundamentally healthy and will bounce back.
