| Common Name: |
Snow Fountains Weeping Higan Cherry |
| Scientific Name: |
Prinus x 'Snofozam' |
| Other Name(s): |
Aka Weeping Cherry, Weeping Japanese Cherry |
| Category: |
Tree |
| Habit: |
Deciduous |
| Form: |
As a weeping tree, its cascading branches dip all the way to the ground, giving the appearance of a white or snow fountain |
| Bloom Color: |
Pure white |
| Bloom Season: |
Spring |
| Fruit Description: |
Flowers give way to small, sparse, black, inedible fruits |
| Foliage Description: |
Dark green leaves (to 3 1/4 in. long) turn attractive shades of gold and orange in autumn |
| Height of Plant: |
8-15 ft. |
| Spread of Plant: |
6-8 ft. |
| Growth Rate: |
Slow growth rate |
| Hardiness: |
USDA Zones 5-8 |
| Light Requirements: |
Full sun |
| Water Usage: |
Medium |
| Soil Type: |
Easily grown in moist, moderately fertile, well-drained loams |
| Maintenance: |
Medium |
| Photographer: |
Richard Buggeln |
| Location: |
Fountain Garden |