JAPANESE FLOWERING CHERRIES

Amanagowa 8’ A superb column of fragrant shell pink flowers in April
and May. This small columnar tree with its erect branches is ideal for the small garden and accent planting in the border. The flowers are semi double and appear amongst the fresh green of the new leaves. In Autumn the foliage turns bright yellow, a very popular little specimen.
£17.95 (II)

Blushing Bride (Oku Miyako) 10’ A very distinct and lovely small,
spreading tree that excels as a lawn specimen. In May the large, frilled
double white flowers hang in large, long stalked clusters all along the boughs, creating a remarkable effect. Pink buds opening to white, frilled flowers. In Autumn the leaves turn bright orange and then red before falling.
£21.95

Candy Floss 12’ A brand new Japanese Flowering Cherry selected from extensive trials of new seedlings in Japan. Outstanding for its very large, fringed deep pink flowers which adorn the elegantly spreading branches to great effect. Young leaves coppery bronze, long flowering season. A new variety of immense quality and great beauty with its particularly large, frilly blossoms and effective habit. Highly recommended.
£30.95

Cheals Weeping 6-8’ A very popular small tree with cascading branches that weep right down to the ground. Densely covered in fully double rose pink flowers in April and May.
£19.50

Chocolate Ice 9’ A NEW tree for the garden which until very recently was still known only under its Japanese name -‘Matsumae-fuki’ This is an immensely valuable and striking smaller flowering cherry with polished coppery bronze to chocolate brown leaves contrasting most effectively with the blush white flowers in Spring. Neat, upright habit; no other Cherry is like it! Stock limited *early ordering advised*
£30.95

Fragrant Cloud 12’ One of our most popular trees owing to the sweetalmond fragrance which pervades the air when this charming tree is in flower. Semi double white flowers opening from appleblossom buds, turning pinkish again as they age and all the time emiting that glorious fragrance. Good autumn colour of orange red. A tree to treasure.
£25.50 (F)

Ichiyo 10’ A charmer which we have always held dear with somewhat
spreading branches festooned with double mauvey shell pink flowers in
utmost profusion. Bronzey green new leaves; most beautiful cultivar.
£19.95

Kanzan 14’ A very well known tree which was once the most planted of all. Upright vase shaped habit, very free flowering with bright pink
flowers during April. Still a reliable and floriferous tree.
£18.95

Little Pink Perfection 5’ A brand NEW tree and a brand new concept in Japanese Flowering Cherries ... the first truly dwarfing member of this group of trees and just ideal for the smaller bed, flower border and of course the patio container. Little Pink Perfection is a perfect scaled down version of the true majesty of the Japanese Cherry with the same large, luscious, fully double pink flowers all along the branches in mid Spring. The foliage colours beautifully in the Autumn, all this on a tree which naturally only grows to around 6’ and with no pruning. Easy to care for and grow, we feel this will revolutionize the way flowering cherries are utilized in British gardens and we understand more varieties in dwarf are to follow. Highly recommended. £27.95

Pink Parasol 12’ Another new variety direct from Japan where all the best new flowering cherries come from, this is quite a strong grower with elegant spreading branches absolutely wreathed in special very long stalked flower clusters. These are tightly double and pale pink and green, a refreshing and very spring-like combination and one which seems entirely unique to this variety. A specimen to adore and as yet very new and very choice. £30.95

Pink Perfection 10; The original larger version of the aforementioned Little Pink Perfection. Large densely double rose pink flowers in wonderful drooping clusters from late April to May. A sheer profusion of dancing colour, always one of the most beautiful flowering cherries and very popular. £18.95

Royal Burgundy 12’ A new tree with wonderful polished burgundy purple foliage throughout the Season and clusters of fully double rose pink blossom in April – a wonderful combination. Highly valued as the first flowering Cherry to carry long season interest, the rich colours are always very eyecatching. Already highly popular and sought after. £25.50

Schmittii 15’ Although tall this is a very columnar tree which is easily accommodated and ideal for accent planting or as a contrast to more rounded specimens. The rich mahogany coloured bark is quite a feature and the foliage exhibits varying shades or deep orange flame and gold in the Autumn. In April the tree comes alive again with its prominent clusters of pure white flower. A very valuable specimen which seems increasingly difficult to find. £20.95 (II)

Shirofugen 12’ A valuable later flowering small to medium sized tree with wider spreading branches. The creamy pink buds open to double pure white flowers which fade to soft pink before falling. They contrast very effectively with the coppery flushed new leaves which turns a deep orange in the Autumn. One of the best for general planting with its attractive elegant habit and generous later flowering. The Japanese name for this cultivar is ‘White God’ which is certainly most appropriate. £20.95

Shirotae 12’ If you have room this is a superb addition to your garden. Although not over tall the spread is very wide - often up to 30’ and a true mountain of dazzling pure white flowers from late April. The flowers are large, semi double and quite fragrant, hanging in long stalked clusters. Backed by soft green fringed leaves which turn to a mass of golden yellow in the Autumn. As the branches of this tree become older they often touch the ground the further enhance the incredible beauty of this superb specimen tree. £21.95

Snow Goose 9’ A newcomer of considerable merit which is quite small and non spreading. It also displays quite the largest individual blooms with simple, single formed snow white saucer-like flowers set against healthy green leaves. Sometimes simple, uncomplicated loveliness is best and that is certainly the case with Snow Goose. A tree with a certain majesty, very large, single papery white blossoms provide a captivating display indeed. Stock limited. £26.95

Snowshowers 7’ A superb little weeping tree which is now the most free flowering white weeping cherry by far. Crystalline white bell like flowers of unusual clarity festoon the pendant, cascading branches in one mass display. Dark green foliage the ideal foil, this is an ideal tree for the smaller garden and always most effective and always maintains the perfect shape even with no pruning. £25.50

Spire 12’ A conical tree which, as the name suggests, grows in a narrow spire to medium height. An abundance of soft pink single flowers in early Spring and effective Autumn leaf colour. £17.95 (II)

Tai Haku 12’ The famous ‘Great White Cherry’ This variety has the largest flowers of all with blooms up to 2’’ across. In April the pinkish buds open to the most dazzling pure white flowers which contrast beautifully with the coppery red of the new leaves. A strong growing small to medium sized tree that excels again in the Autumn as the leaves turn rich yellow and then orange. Outstanding. £20.50

Ukon 12’ A most unusual flowering Cherry with semi double flowers a unique shade of pale primrose yellow flushed green. Odd pink flushes appear as the blossoms age and Autumn foliage colour a bonus. Superb for flower arranging and a must-have for lovers of the different. £23.50

Umineko 12’ Early single white flowers clustered amongst new leaves of luxurious bright healthy green. This is a very neatly shaped, somewhat narrow tree which maintains its superb rich green leaf all through the Summer and always looks so fresh and healthy. Deserves wider appreciation. £18.95

Weeping Yoshino 6’ The original weeping white Cherry and always a tree of grace. Waterfall branches carry a profusion of pure white flowers all along the branches during April. Shiny bottle green foliage, good colour tints in the Autumn. We would never be without this tree, £21.95

Other Prunus species and cultivars

autumnalis rosea 10’ A small spreading tree that dares to produce its beautiful semi double flowers through the Winter months, during milder spells from November to March. Many days will find the naked branches clustered with pink blossom and these are exquisite for indoor decoration at this quiet time as well. £19.95

autumnalis As above but the flowers are pure white. £19.95

avium plena 15’ A symmetrically upright tree with masses of sparklingly bright pure white semi double flowers that are very long lasting. Vigorous growth and excellent Autumn leaf colour, a favourite variety for many years which resembles a Japanese Flowering Cherry but with an added dash of grace and wild beauty. Highly recommended. £18.95

Birch Bark Cherry (Serrula) 10’ A small tree that is outstanding for the mahogany coloured surface of the main trunk and branches. Small white flowers in the Spring but it is the polished brilliance and shine of the bark that is such a special feature, especially as it shines in the Winter sun. £23.95

dulcis 15’ The flowering almond, prized for its dashing pink early Spring flower and the bonus of a good crop of nuts during warmer Summers. £20.95

Harlequin 5’ This new tree arose as a sport of ‘Okame’ and is unique amongst the family for its pink and silver margined leaves which remain quite an attraction throughout the growing Season. Deep pink flowers in April; appreciates an annual trim after flowering for the most stunning new variegated foliage and therefore need never grow very large. Your ‘Harlequin tree’ will be the talk of the garden all Summer long! £26.95

incisa Kojo no Mai 4’ This and the following are very small shrubby trees ideal for the patio or border. This choice Japanese selected form has curious, zigzag shoots and pretty leaflets. The pale pink bell flowers are a
Springtime treat and a very delicate, fresh sight indeed. In Autumn the whole bush turns brilliant orange. When seen is always requested. £25.50

incisa The Bride 6’ Stunning single white flowers with red anthers, a very choice tree for the small garden. Again good Autumn leaf colour; rarely offered. £25.50

Kursar 8’ A small tree that is very early flowering with rich deep pink flowers clustered all along the bare branches in March. A mass of very colourful early colour for your garden, this is an easily accommodated tree with the bonus of rich red and gold Autumn leaf colour. Very hardy. £19.95

lusitanica 7’ The Portugese Laurel is normally classified as a larger shrub but it can make a good smaller tree too with its glossy deep green evergreen foliage, red stalks and pure white scented flowers. A good, thick, structural tree for winter cover, screening etc. Much more ornate than the common laurel. £17.95 (E)

Mume beni Shidon 6 The Japanese Flowering Apricot. A very lovely small tree that graces any garden. Highly beautiful frilled carmine pink flowers appear very early in the year, from February onwards lending colour and
interest at this quiet time. Appreciates a sheltered spot to perform at its best whereupon few trees are more rewarding or captivating. £26.95

padus 15’ The Bird Cherry, a well known wild tree of hedgerows etc but quite beautiful enough to be included as part of any planting programme. Long panicles of scented creamy white flowers produced with great freedom during April. Easily pleased and hardy. £15.95 

padus Wateri 13’ An attractive tree, this form has purple flushed leaves and pink flower clusters. £16.95 

pendular rubra 6’ From the same family as the autumnalis, this bears its single rose pink flowers along its long weeping branches to great effect very early in the year, from early March. The earliest weeping cherry to bloom by far and very brightly coloured during this quiet time with the bonus of good structural form for the rest of the year too producing a low mound of long, luxuriant branches. £20.95

persica versicolor 6’ A wonderful and novel variation of the fruiting Peach with large blossoms which may be all white, rose pink or a stripey mixture of the two! A marvelous blossoming tree with the bonus of juicy Peaches which ripen well during warmer Summers. A small tree, easily contained. £26.95

pissardii nigra 14’ The purple leaved plum with its stunning darkest purple foliage all through Spring and Summer and its early show of pale pink March flowers. Strong growing, can be pruned. £17.95

sargentii 10’ Single deep pink flowers March/April and young leaves of bronze red, superb Autumn tints. This species was once quite sought after and, if rather forgotten now deserves wider appreciation once more. £19.95