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Prunus ‘Amanogawa’, or Cherry 'Amanogawa' is a wonderful, ornamental cherry tree. It’s a small, deciduous tree of narrowly columnar habit with ascending branches, smooth, brown bark, and colourful foliage – bronze green in spring, bright green in summer, and orange and red in autumn. Beautiful, sweetly fragrant, saucer-shaped, pale pink to white flowers, open from pink buds, and bloom abundantly in spring. Cherry 'Amanogawa' prefers fertile, loamy, moist, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils. It thrives in full sun. It is resistant to frost, but late frosts may damage the flower buds. Needs to be sheltered from hard winds because they may strip the tree of its flowers. It is tolerant of urban conditions. Low maintenance plant. Cherry 'Amanogawa', with its stunning pink cherry blossoms, is perfect as a specimen plant for small, informal, cottage, and urban gardens. Excellent in narrow streets. Great for beds and borders and large pots and containers.

Prunus x subhirtella 'Autumnalis Rosea is a small, long-blooming, deciduous, ornamental cherry tree with an upright, spreading to rounded habit, and deep green leaves, turning golden and bronze in autumn. Lovely, semi-double, rosy-pink flowers fade to soft pink and open from dark pink buds, blooming intermittently from November to March. Pea-sized, black fruits ripe in summer and attract birds. Prunus x subhirtella 'Autumnalis Rosea is a naturally occurring hybrid, native to Japan, longer-lived than other ornamental cherries. It is adaptable to a wide range of soils as long as they are well-drained, but prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It is very tolerant of summer heat and winter cold, as well as urban pollution and coastal conditions. Low maintenance plant. Winter-flowering Cherry 'Autumnalis Rosea' creates a wonderful display all year round. It is perfect as a specimen or lawn tree in informal, cottage, urban, and coastal gardens. Ideal for urban conditions. Suitable for growing in containers.

The Cherry 'Sunburst' grafted onto Colt rootstock is a distinguished fruit tree, valued for its prolific production of large, sweet, dark-red to near-black cherries, popular in culinary applications for their rich flavor. The 'Sunburst' variety is known for its self-fertility and is often praised for its excellent, robust yields and resilience to variable climates.

Colt rootstock is esteemed in horticulture for its compatibility with various cherry varieties, offering enhanced vigor and adaptability to less-than-ideal soil conditions, including those of poor drainage and fertility. It’s specifically chosen for its ability to induce early fruiting, promote impressive yields, and impart increased hardiness to the plant, allowing it to withstand unfavorable weather conditions. Moreover, it’s valued for imparting a semi-dwarfing effect, aiding in manageable tree sizes for convenient harvesting and maintenance.

This combination of 'Sunburst' and Colt rootstock is particularly beneficial for gardeners seeking a resilient and productive cherry tree, as it exemplifies a harmonious balance of fruitful bounty and hardy robustness. The disease resistance of this rootstock adds another layer of appeal, minimizing susceptibility to common cherry diseases, ensuring healthier, more bountiful harvests.

In essence, Cherry 'Sunburst' on Colt rootstock is a versatile and reliable choice for those seeking to enjoy the delightful flavors of home-grown cherries, coupled with the assurance of hardiness and productivity.

Colt rootstock is a popular choice for cherry trees, offering a semi-dwarfing size that reaches about 70-80% the height of standard cherry trees. It's well-suited for heavier soils, providing good anchorage and resistance to bacterial canker. Colt enhances the tree's longevity and supports robust fruit yields, making it ideal for various cherry cultivars.

Prunus subhirtella ‘Pendula Rosea’, often called the Weeping Higan Cherry, is a graceful ornamental tree prized for its elegant cascading branches and soft pink spring blossoms. When trained or pruned into a ball shape, this cultivar transforms from its naturally weeping habit into a striking, rounded standard—creating a perfect floral sphere atop a clear stem that becomes a captivating focal point in any garden.

In ball form, the delicate, nodding branchlets are encouraged to sweep uniformly around the crown, producing a symmetrical orb that showcases the tree’s blossom display and refined silhouette. In early spring, clouds of pale to mid-pink flowers envelop the ball, attracting pollinators and adding romantic colour. Through summer and autumn the fresh foliage—fresh green turning darker with age—adds enduring structure, and in winter the bare framework offers sculptural interest.

This tree thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture, particularly in its early years. It suits formal and informal gardens alike: as a standout centrepiece in a lawn, beside a terrace, or as an accent in mixed borders. With light maintenance and careful pruning to retain its ball form, Prunus subhirtella ‘Pendula Rosea’ delivers year-round beauty and seasonal spectacle.

Prunus avium 'Kordia' is an upright, deciduous, fruiting tree with ovate, toothed, green leaves, orange and green in autumn, and simple, fragrant, white flowers with yellow stamens. Flowers are followed by delicious, sweet, extremely dark red to maroon cherries ready for harvesting in mid-summer. Attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds. Prunus avium 'Kordia' can adapt to a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, loamy, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It can’t tolerate waterlogged soils. Once established, resistant to drought. It can withstand frost, but needs to be sheltered form harsh winter winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Somewhat resistant to cracking in rainy weather. It is not self-fertile, requires a pollinating partner to produce fruits. Sweet Cherry 'Kordia' is a beautiful cherry tree, a regular and heavy cropper, great for small cottage, wildlife, and urban gardens. Excellent as a specimen plant or in a large border. Suitable for growing in containers.

Prunus x subhirtella 'Autumnalis Rosea is a small, long-blooming, deciduous, ornamental cherry tree with an upright, spreading to rounded habit, and deep green leaves, turning golden and bronze in autumn. Lovely, semi-double, rosy-pink flowers fade to soft pink and open from dark pink buds, blooming intermittently from November to March. Pea-sized, black fruits ripe in summer and attract birds. Prunus x subhirtella 'Autumnalis Rosea is a naturally occurring hybrid, native to Japan, longer-lived than other ornamental cherries. It is adaptable to a wide range of soils as long as they are well-drained, but prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It is very tolerant of summer heat and winter cold, as well as urban pollution and coastal conditions. Low maintenance plant. Winter-flowering Cherry 'Autumnalis Rosea' creates a wonderful display all year round. It is perfect as a specimen or lawn tree in informal, cottage, urban, and coastal gardens. Ideal for urban conditions. Suitable for growing in containers.

Prunus avium 'Napoleon' is a small, bushy, deciduous, fruiting tree with ovate, toothed, dark green leaves, orange and red in autumn, and masses of simple, fragrant, white flowers with yellow stamens, blooming in late spring. Flowers are followed by large, sweet, aromatic, glossy yellow cherries, flushed red when mature, ready for harvesting in late summer. It is sometimes called “white cherry” referring to its pale yellow flesh. Prunus avium 'Napoleon' can grow in a wide range of soils, but prefers fertile, loamy, slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It doesn’t tolerate waterlogged soils. It can withstand frost, but needs to be sheltered form harsh winter winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Fairly tolerant of wind. It requires a pollinating partner nearby. Low maintenance plant. Sweet Cherry 'Napoléon' is an excellent specimen plant or planted against a wall or fence in small cottage, wildlife, or urban gardens. Heavy and reliable cropper.

Prunus avium 'Summit' is a popular cultivar of sweet cherry tree, known for its abundant and large fruit production. It is a deciduous tree that typically grows to a height of 15-20 feet and a spread of 12-15 feet.

The 'Summit' cherry tree produces large, heart-shaped fruit that is firm, sweet, and juicy, with a deep red skin and yellow flesh. The fruit is excellent for eating fresh, but can also be used for cooking and baking.

This tree is prized for its ornamental value as well, with showy clusters of white flowers that bloom in early spring and attract pollinators. The leaves are dark green and glossy, turning to shades of yellow and orange in the fall, adding a burst of colour to the landscape.

Prunus avium 'Summit' prefers full sun and well-draining soil, and it is hardy in USDA Zones 5-8. It is a self-fertile tree, meaning it does not require another cherry tree for pollination. 'Summit' is also relatively disease-resistant, making it a low-maintenance option for home gardeners and orchardists alike.

Overall, Prunus avium 'Summit' is an excellent choice for those looking for a productive and attractive cherry tree that can thrive in a variety of growing conditions.

Prunus avium 'Stella' is a medium-sized, pyramidal cherry tree with oval, serrated, dark green leaves, and abundance of fragrant, white flowers blooming in spring. A large crop of tasty, heart-shaped, dark red cherries, is ready for harvesting in summer. Self-fertile tree that can be a good pollinator for other cherry varieties. The cherries have sweet and rich flavour. Cherry ‘Stella’ grows best in average, moderately fertile, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soil and thrives in full sun. Doesn’t tolerate too wet or waterlogged soils. It is resistant to frost but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. A self-pollinating variety that can be a good pollinator for other cherry varieties. Prunus avium 'Stella' is primarily grown for the fruit crop, not for ornamental value, but is a beautiful, small tree, perfect for any small garden. Great for beds and borders and wall-side borders. Needs occasional spraying with fungicides and pesticides.

Prunus Avium ‘Sunburst’ is a medium-sized, self-fertile, deciduous cherry tree with upright, rounded crown, oval, serrated, green leaves, and lovely, white blossoms in spring. A great yield of dark red, almost black, cherries with very sweet and juicy taste is ready for harvesting in summer. Sweet Cherry ‘Sunburst’ thrives in average, moderately fertile, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soils and grows best in full sun. Doesn’t tolerate too wet or waterlogged soils. It is very resistant to frost but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. A self-pollinating variety and a good pollinator for other varieties. Low maintenance plant. Suited for fan-training. Prunus Avium ‘Sunburst’ is primarily grown for its sweet, juicy cherry fruits, but it can be a great specimen tree in a small informal or cottage garden. Excellent in beds and borders, and wall-side borders. Suitable for growing in containers.

Prunus Lusitanica is a vigorous, evergreen shrub of bushy, spreading habit, dark brown bark, dense branches, vivid red when young, with leathery, glossy, dark green leaves. Small, fragrant, white flowers bloom in profusion in summer and are followed by dark purple fruits in autumn. Attractive to pollinators and birds.

Prunus Lusitanica grows best in moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils, even poor, shallow, or chalky. It prefers full sun to partial shade, but is tolerant of full shade as well. Once established, it is resistant to drought, heat, wind, and air pollution. Low maintenance plant, tolerant of hard pruning. Generally, pest-free.

Portuguese Laurel Cherry is a beautiful plant, perfect for long-lasting privacy hedges in informal, cottage, and woodland gardens, especially in shady areas. It forms dense and attractive windbreaks and screens. It reduces noise and pollution, therefore, suitable for urban areas. Great for banks and slopes and shrub borders.

Prunus ‘Pandora’ is a medium-sized, deciduous tree of initially columnar habit, but more vase-shaped as it matures. Ovoid, dark green leaves are bronze when they emerge, and red-orange in autumn. White, pink-tinged flowers bloom in early spring, on bare branches before the leaves, creating a lovely display. Flowers are occasionally followed by red, cherry-like fruits. Attractive to birds and bees. Prunus ‘Pandora’ grows best in deep, fertile, loamy, moist and well-drained soil, in full sun, but can adapt to various types of soils, except too wet or waterlogged. It is resistant to cold, but should be protected from strong winds. Late frost may damage the flower buds. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Cherry 'Pandora' is a wonderful, ornamental flowering tree, crating beautiful display in any informal, cottage or urban garden. Stunning as a specimen plant or planted in small groups. Suitable for growing in containers, therefore, excellent for patio and roof gardens.

Prunus avium ‘Summer Sun’ is a compact, medium-sized, moderately vigorous, deciduous cherry tree of upright, spreading habit, dark green leaves, abundance of fragrant, white flowers in spring, and a great crop of tasty, dark red cherries in summer. The cherries are large, not too firm, not too soft, with excellent taste. Sweet Cherry 'Summer Sun' grows best in average, moderately fertile, loamy, sandy, medium moisture, well-drained soils and thrives in full sun. Doesn’t tolerate too wet or waterlogged soils. It is resistant to frost but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. A partially self-pollinating variety, but it requires a pollinator. Low maintenance plant. Prunus avium ‘Summer Sun’ is primarily grown for its sweet cherries. It is a reliable producer of a good amount of fruit, but it also looks lovely in small, informal and cottage gardens. Great as a specimen plant, in beds and borders and wall-side borders.

Colt rootstock is a popular choice for cherry trees, offering a semi-dwarfing size that reaches about 70-80% the height of standard cherry trees. It's well-suited for heavier soils, providing good anchorage and resistance to bacterial canker. Colt enhances the tree's longevity and supports robust fruit yields, making it ideal for various cherry cultivars.

Prunus 'Snow Showers' is a small, tough, neat, ornamental flowering cherry tree of a weeping habit. Its elegant pendulous branches are covered with masses of single, fragrant, snowy white flowers in April and May. The foliage is mid-green, turning yellow and fiery orange in autumn. Prunus 'Snow Showers' likes moderately fertile, deep, loamy, moist, well-drained soil, but can grow in various types of soil, except too wet and waterlogged. It thrives in full sun, but is tolerant of light shade. Resistant to frost, needs to be protected from harsh winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Tolerant of urban conditions, therefore, suitable for growing in cities. Low maintenance-plant, doesn’t require much pruning. This beautiful and elegant weeping cherry, with its cascade effect, lovely white flowers, and attractive autumn foliage, is perfect as a specimen plant in small, informal, cottage and urban gardens. It is excellent for planting in urban areas. Suitable for growing in containers.

Prunus subhirtella ‘Pendula Rubra’ is a small, slow growing, deciduous tree of weeping habit, usually grafted on a stem, with slender pendulous branches. Narrow, ovate, green leaves are green-bronze when they emerge and turn orange and red in autumn. Single, deep pink flowers open from dark pink buds and bloom abundantly in early spring and cover the branches before the leaves emerge. Prunus subhirtella ‘Pendula Rubra’ is adaptable to any type of soil, except heavy and waterlogged. It prefers moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil, in full sun. It is very resistant to heat and frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh, winter winds. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Weeping Cherry ‘Pendula Rubra’ is a wonderful, elegant, flowering cherry tree, perfect as a specimen plant for smaller, informal, cottage, and urban gardens. Great in beds and borders, for informal hedges and screens, and suitable for growing in containers.

Prunus cerasifera 'Spring Glow' is a distinct cultivar of Cherry Plum, celebrated for its stunning, early-spring blossoms. It's a deciduous tree that typically reaches a height of 15-25 feet, suitable for small to medium-sized gardens or landscapes.

The ‘Spring Glow’ showcases vibrant pink blossoms, emerging before the leaves in early spring, creating a striking contrast with the bare branches. The simple, serrated leaves are green, adding a lush appearance in the summer.

This variety produces small, red, and edible fruits, appealing to wildlife, especially birds. While not the first choice for culinary use, these fruits can be used in jellies or jams. The tree is hardy and relatively low-maintenance, tolerating different soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils. It prefers well-drained conditions and can adapt to various pH levels.

‘Spring Glow’ is renowned for its drought tolerance and is relatively resistant to pests and diseases, making it a practical choice for gardeners seeking resilient ornamental trees. It is often utilized as a specimen tree due to its ornamental value or planted in rows to create an attractive boundary or screen. The aesthetic appeal and resilient nature of Prunus cerasifera 'Spring Glow' make it a favoured selection among many gardening enthusiasts.

Prunus ‘Fragrant Cloud’ is a medium-sized, vase-shaped, deciduous flowering cherry tree of spreading habit with dark green leaves, emerging bronze, and turning vivid orange and red in autumn. Large, extremely fragrant, semi-double, white to pale pink flowers bloom in spring. Prunus ‘Fragrant Cloud’ prefers moderately fertile, moist, and well-drained soils, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils, as long as they are well-drained. It doesn’t like too wet, shallow, and chalky soils. It thrives in full sun, but needs to be sheltered. Late frosts may damage the flower buds. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Cherry 'Shizuka' is a lovely decorative cherry tree, grown for its fragrant, pink flowers and beautiful autumn foliage. It’s a tough tree, tolerant of air pollution, therefore, excellent for urban conditions. Great as a specimen tree in cottage and informal gardens. Lovely when planted in groups and suitable for growing in containers.

Prunus ‘Shirofugen’, or Cherry 'Shirofugen', is a small, vigorous, deciduous, late-flowering cherry tree of spreading, vase-shaped habit and flattened crown. Its long, toothed, mid- green leaves are bronze when young, and orange and scarlet red in autumn. Large, fragrant, pure white to deep pink, double flowers, opening from pink buds, hang in clusters from long stalks and bloom in May and June. Prunus ‘Shirofugen’ prefers moderately fertile, deep, loamy, moist, well-drained soils, but is adaptable to other types of soil, except shallow chalk or too wet and waterlogged soils. It thrives in full sun. Very resistant to frost but needs to be sheltered from harsh winds. As a late-bloomer, flower buds are less likely to be damaged by late frosts. Tolerant of air pollution, therefore, suitable for growing in cities. Low maintenance-plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Cherry 'Fugenzō' is an unusual and attractive ornamental cherry. Perfect as a specimen plant in cottage, urban, and Japanese-style gardens. Excellent for urban areas.

Prunus 'Okame', Taiwan Cherry 'Okame', is a small, deciduous tree of upright, vase-shaped habit, but becomes more rounded as it matures. Simple, ovate, green leaves turn bronze-red and orange in autumn. Mildly scented, 5-petal, rosy-pink flowers with red calyces bloom in profusion in early spring on bare branches before the leaves emerge, creating a beautiful display. Attractive to birds and bees. Prunus 'Okame' grows best in moderately fertile, moist, and well-drained soil, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils, as long as they are well-drained. It thrives in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. It is resistant to heat and cold. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. May suffer from a large number of pests and diseases. Cherry 'Okame' is a beautiful ornamental tree, perfect for informal, cottage, and urban gardens. Stunning as a specimen plant or planted in small groups. Great choice for public areas, streets or parks.

Prunus cerasus 'Morello' is a small deciduous tree of spreading, compact, rounded habit, with ovate, serrated, green leaves, attractive white blossoms, followed by dark red, sour fruits in late summer. It’s a good and reliable cropper. Sour cherries are smaller than sweet cherries and have bitter-sour taste. They are perfect for cooking, baking, especially in pies, tarts, jams, and preserves, also for making wine or cherry brandy. Morrello Sour Cherry grows best in moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils, but will tolerate most soil types as long as they are well-drained. It thrives in full sun or partial shade. It is resistant of frost, but needs to be protected from harsh winter winds. Self-fertile plant but for best fruit, two or more plants should be planted nearby. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require much pruning. Prunus cerasus 'Morello' is a beautiful flowering tree great for small gardens. Perfect for wall-side borders or informal hedges. Grown mostly for its fruit.