Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula' (Weeping Higan Cherry)
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Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula,' also called weeping Higan cherry or simply 'weeping cherry,' is an ornamental cherry tree originally native to Japan, with a weeping growth form andlow-hanging, draped branches that can spread up to 40' wide from a mature tree of about the same height. Quintessential pink and white cherry blossoms begin blooming in early spring and, when added to the weeping form, present a breathtaking display of dense blooms that sway in the wind and are beneficial to a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, bees, and even hummingbirds.
Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula,' can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, but prefers organically rich loam that is kept moist, but well drained. In addition, weeping cherry can tolerate part shade, but prefers full sun. Weeping cherry produces small, black-fleshed cherries, which aren't the best for human consumption, but attract birds and small mammals. While 'Pendula' weeping cherry is not native to the United States, specimens tend to be slow growing and do not present a significant risk of becoming invasive over time. Weeping cherry trees' ornamental value is obvious and unmistakable, and these breath-taking plants make for excellent specimen trees in a variety of locations around the home.