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 Shirofugen | |
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| Shirofugen is a traditional Japanese flowering cherry with large double-white flowers, also known as Fugenzo. | |
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Growing
| Japanese flowering cherry Shirofugen | |
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| Gardening skill | Beginner |
| Attractive features | Attractive flowers Attractive tree / plant Scented flowers |
| Growth habit | Spreading / Flat-topped |
| Height after 10 years | 3m-5m / 10ft-16ft |
| Sunlight | Prefers full sun |
| Pruning | Light prune |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Wildlife | Attractive to birds |
Identification
| Japanese flowering cherry Shirofugen | |
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| Flower colour | White |
| Flower form | Double flower (25-50 petals) |
| Flowering month | May |
| Leaf colour | Green |
| Leaf colour - autumn | Multiple tints |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Annual cycle | Deciduous |