Kiku-shidare-zakura Kiku-Shidare-Zakura is one of the prettiest of the weeping Japanese flowering cherry trees, and is well-suited to the UK climate.
The flowers are an intense deep pink colour, and borne in great profusion. Kiku-Shidare-Zakura flowers typically have far more petals per flower than the 25-50 of the more common "double" flowered varieties. The Japanese word "kiku" means "chrysanthemum", and is often used to denote a variety which has the potential for more than a hundred petals per flower. It is this mass of petals which gives the blossom of Kiku-Shidare-Zakura such vibrancy and impact.
The tree remains compact, making it a good choice for planting in a small lawn or front garden.
If you are looking for a classic pink weeping blossom tree, this is a good choice.
Kiku-shidare-zakura japanese flowering cherry trees for sale 1 1-year bare-root
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£33.95
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2 2-year pot-grown
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£54.95
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3 Top-worked pot-grown
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£57.95
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Pre-ordering You can pre-order now for delivery from late August / early September 2021 for pot grown trees (or late November / early December for bare-root). You do not need to pay at this stage - just add items to the basket and checkout as usual.How to grow As with many weeping ornamental trees, the pendulous effect is enhanced when the tree is "top-worked" or grafted high on a length of clear stem. Alternatively, you can progressively clear the stem of lower branches over the course of a few years as the tree grows.
The key to the intense blossom colour is the number of petals in each flower. This can vary considerably, and is strongly influenced by the local climate and soil conditions - so although this variety will grow in most situations, it is definitely worth finding a sheltered sunny spot with good soil to get the most intense blossom.
It is generally best to tie the leader to a tall bamboo cane for the first few years. In the case of 2-year pot-grown examples you can cut back the tip by 3-5cm after planting, this will encourage more shoots to develop.
History Kiku-Shidare-Zakura is frequently confused with Cheal's Weeping Cherry which was developed in the UK in the early 20th century. Although closely related, they are not the same. We sell the original Japanese form which has a slightly less exaggerated weeping habit, and more profuse blossom.
Kiku-shidare-zakura characteristics Gardening skill Average Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit RHS Award of Merit Attractive features Attractive flowers Attractive tree / plant Scented flowers Growth habit Weeping Height after 10 years 1.5m-2.5m / 5ft-8ft Pruning Do not prune Flower colour Pink - dark Flower form Chrysanthemum flower (100+ petals) Flowering month April Leaf colour Green Leaf colour - autumn Multiple tints Country of origin Japan Wildlife Attractive to birds Annual cycle Deciduous What will it look like? Illustrative examples of 12L pot-grown trees of this variety as supplied.
Approximate girth: 6/8cm.
Trees should reach their mature height after about 10 or more years.
We may also have 1-year bare-root trees of this variety - they are not shown here.
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