The reasons for liking Spring are many and varied. Daylight hours slowly grow in a kind of post-hibernation stretch, a gentle waking of the senses as the birdsong arrives, a charming chorus as we ready ourselves for the day ahead. Fresh air flows, revitalising our senses and our moods, and as we readily absorb more Vitamin D we also absorb the regenerative nature of Spring and excitedly make plans for warmer days to come.
The above is likely the same for most folk, and if we were to make a list of what we like about Spring, the fresh air, birdsong, more abundant daylight and sense of optimism, probably all feature highly. But let’s throw another in there - falling snow.
We know what you’re thinking - falling snow has no place in Spring. Only it does. Not only that, it specifically has a place in your garden. We should explain…
PRUNUS subhirtella 'Falling Snow' - Weeping Cherry
This is the falling snow we think should be welcomed to every garden during Spring. A weeping cherry, Spring brings the most incredible profusion of blush pink-white and, as the name suggests, snow white flowers.
They cascade down like a gentle snowfall that has been paused, affording you an opportunity to take in its wonders.
- Deciduous, tidy cherry
- Suitable for feature planting
- Can grow up to 2x 3 metres
Photo: PRUNUS subhirtella 'Falling Snow' - Weeping Cherry in 45L container, 1.8m height, 5+ years old. Also available in 30L and 135L container.
If you prefer something a little more upstanding in spring and you’re not taken by the charm of ‘Falling Snow’, then there’s a ready-made alternative…
PRUNUS ‘Mountain Haze’ - White Blossom
The Spring blossom of this cherry fills a dome shaped-top. In contrast to ‘falling snow’, it’s pert and alert, a more energetic blossom that seemingly imbibes the vitality of Spring. It has a delightfully deep pink centre and a pleasing visual depth.
It’s a tree that comes alive in spring and makes you straighten your back a little, ready for the fun of Summer. Autumn shades of orange, red and yellow prove most fetching, especially the burnt orange as it stands out against greying skies.
- Hardy deciduous
- Suitable for avenue, group or specimen planting
- Can grow up to 4x5 m.
Photo: PRUNUS Mountain Haze - White Blossom in 45L container, 2m height, 5+ years old. Also available in 135L and 300L container.
