Prunus serrulata 'Shirotae'
Mt. Fuji Flowering Cherry
Description
The 'Shirotae' grows to 20' high and even wider. Its flowers are semi-double, with a pink bud that open to white and again changs to pink as the flower ages.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Ranch
Accenting Features
Fragrance
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).