$34.96
weepingyoshinocherry
Hardiness Zone: 5 - 8
Shipped in a 2.5" Pot
Add a graceful, romantic focal point to your landscape with the Weeping Yoshino Cherry (Prunus x yedoensis 'Shidare Yoshino'). Known for its elegant, arching branches that cascade toward the ground and its clouds of white spring blossoms, this ornamental cherry is a favorite for specimen plantings, entryways, and garden focal points.
In early spring, the bare, drooping branches fill with clusters of white flowers, creating a breathtaking waterfall of blooms before the leaves emerge. The display is followed by dark green summer foliage that turns yellow in fall, and the tree's graceful form adds structure and interest even in winter. Whether planted as a lawn specimen or a standout feature in a smaller garden, the Weeping Yoshino Cherry delivers a spring show that stops passersby in their tracks.
Few trees capture the beauty of spring the way a Weeping Yoshino Cherry does. In early spring, often between March and April depending on your climate, delicate white blossoms open along the arching branches, creating a soft, cascading display. The flowers also attract birds and butterflies.
After the blooms fade, dark green leaves fill out the canopy and provide gentle shade through summer, turning yellow in autumn. Even in winter, the tree's weeping silhouette and glossy bark add architectural interest to the landscape.
The Weeping Yoshino Cherry is a versatile ornamental tree that fits a wide range of landscape needs. Plant it as a lawn specimen, near a patio or entryway where its blossoms can be enjoyed up close, or in a garden bed where its weeping form can take center stage.
Because your plant arrives as a young starter in a 2.5" pot, it is an economical way to begin growing a flowering cherry, but it will need a little extra care and patience at first. Plan to pot it up into a larger container or plant it into a prepared bed, and expect several years of growth before it develops its full weeping form and begins to bloom heavily. Give it plenty of room, as the Weeping Yoshino Cherry can mature to roughly 20-30 feet tall and 15-20 feet wide.
Your plant arrives in a small 2.5" pot, so it has limited root space and will dry out quickly. Water it promptly on arrival, keep it out of harsh afternoon sun and strong wind at first, and plan to transplant it into a larger pot (such as a 1-gallon container) or a prepared garden bed once it has settled in and begun to grow.
Keep the soil consistently moist while your plant is becoming established. Small pots can dry out within a day or two in hot or windy weather, so check them often. After planting, water slowly and deeply on a regular schedule, avoiding overwatering. Once established, the tree tolerates some drought, but regular deep watering supports the best growth and flowering. A layer of mulch around the root zone can help conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures.
Weeping Yoshino Cherry performs best in full sun, which encourages the heaviest flowering and strongest growth. Provide as much direct sun as possible, and protect young plants from harsh wind while they establish.
Plant in moist, well-draining soil. Good drainage is important, as cherries do not like to sit in waterlogged conditions.
Weeping Yoshino Cherry generally does not require heavy fertilization. Once established, if additional nutrients are needed, use a balanced fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs in early spring and follow the manufacturer's application instructions.
Little pruning is needed. Prune in late fall or winter to encourage a strong structure and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches, keeping the tree's natural weeping form.
| Common Name | Weeping Yoshino Cherry |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Prunus x yedoensis 'Shidare Yoshino' |
| Plant Type | Deciduous Flowering Tree |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 - 8 |
| Container Size | 2.5" Pot |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Soil | Moist, Well-Drained |
| Mature Size | 20-30 ft. Tall; 15-20 ft. Wide |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early Spring (March - April) |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Landscape Use | Specimen, Entryway Accent & Garden Focal Point |
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Your Weeping Yoshino Cherry is shipped as a young starter plant in a 2.5" pot. Because plants are living products, actual height, branching, and overall shape can vary depending on the season and growing conditions. It will need time to grow before reaching landscape size.
How long until my Weeping Yoshino Cherry blooms?
Young cherries typically take several years to begin flowering, and starter plants may take longer than larger nursery trees. Good care, consistent moisture, and plenty of sun will help your tree reach flowering size sooner.
Will my young plant weep right away?
The graceful weeping form develops as the tree grows and its branches lengthen and arch. Young starter plants may look more upright at first and will take a few seasons to show their full cascading shape.
What hardiness zones is the Weeping Yoshino Cherry suited for?
Weeping Yoshino Cherry is generally hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 8.
Does a Weeping Yoshino Cherry need full sun?
Yes. Full sun produces the heaviest flowering and strongest growth, so choose a location with plenty of direct sunlight.
Should I plant my 2.5" Weeping Yoshino Cherry directly in the ground?
Small starter plants are usually best potted up into a larger container first so they can build a stronger root system. If planting directly into the garden, choose a protected location, keep the soil consistently moist, and protect the young plant from weeds, wind, and extreme weather.
How often should I water my Weeping Yoshino Cherry?
Small 2.5" pots dry out quickly, so check them often and water thoroughly when the soil begins to dry. After planting, water slowly and deeply on a regular schedule until the tree becomes established, avoiding overwatering.
When is the best time to plant my Weeping Yoshino Cherry?
Weeping Yoshino Cherry can generally be planted when weather and soil conditions are suitable. Mild weather is ideal for reducing transplant stress. Avoid planting when the ground is frozen or during periods of extreme heat, and provide consistent moisture after planting.
Does a Weeping Yoshino Cherry need to be pruned?
Very little pruning is needed. Prune in late fall or winter to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and to encourage a strong structure.
Can I keep my Weeping Yoshino Cherry in its 2.5" pot?
No. The 2.5" pot is intended for growing and shipping the young plant and offers only limited root space. For the best growth, pot your cherry up into a larger container or plant it in the landscape once it has settled in.
Whether you're planning a lawn specimen, an entryway accent, or a romantic focal point for your garden, the Weeping Yoshino Cherry delivers cascading white blossoms, an elegant weeping form, and seasonal interest that gets better with every year.
Order a Weeping Yoshino Cherry today and start growing a spring showpiece for years to come.
