Mount Fuji White Flowering Cherry - Prunus x ‘Shirotae’
Mount Fuji White Flowering Cherry is a breathtaking deciduous tree celebrated for its cascading branches and masses of pure white spring blossoms. It brings soft elegance, seasonal drama, and timeless beauty to gardens and landscape settings.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Mount Fuji White Flowering Cherry
✔ Abundant white spring flowers - Smothered in crisp white blooms that create a show-stopping display.
✔ Graceful spreading habit - Naturally wide, layered branching adds elegance and movement.
✔ Seasonal interest - Fresh green foliage follows flowering before autumn leaf drop.
✔ Ornamental feature tree - Instantly elevates garden design and visual appeal.
✔ Classic cherry blossom appeal - A timeless favourite for feature planting.
🏡 How to Use Mount Fuji White Flowering Cherry in Your Garden
✅ Feature tree planting - Creates a stunning focal point in lawns and garden beds.
✅ Japanese-style gardens - Perfect for tranquil, refined landscape designs.
✅ Spring highlight planting - Delivers unforgettable seasonal impact.
✅ Open garden spaces - Ideal where its spreading form can be fully appreciated.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Allow 4 to 6m between trees for feature planting. For a more dramatic spring display, planting multiple trees together is encouraged.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn or winter.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This tree establishes well naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to remain healthy.
❔ FAQs About Mount Fuji White Flowering Cherry
Does Mount Fuji Flowering Cherry produce white flowers?
Yes, it is renowned for its masses of pure white blossoms in spring.
Is Prunus x ‘Shirotae’ deciduous?
Yes, it loses its leaves in winter and regrows fresh foliage each spring.
How large does Mount Fuji Flowering Cherry grow?
It matures into a small to medium-sized tree with a spreading canopy.
Is this tree difficult to maintain?
No, it is low maintenance once established and very rewarding.
Is Mount Fuji Flowering Cherry suitable for home gardens?
Yes, it is ideal for residential gardens where ornamental impact is desired.
🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?
Create a breathtaking spring display now - this iconic white flowering cherry is highly sought after and ready to plant.