Produces masses of crisp, pure white double flowers on bare branches from mid-winter, often lasting well into February. Prunus 'Crystal Falls' is a compact, hardy, weeping cherry tree ideal for smaller gardens or container growing.
Its flowers are densely packed and star-shaped, showing excellent resistance to frost and cold, making it reliable for winter interest. The tidy, pendulous framework gives it strong architectural appeal throughout the year. Glossy, serrated green leaves follow the blooms in spring and turn buttery yellow in autumn.
How to care for Prunus Crystal Falls ('G6-28'):
When planting your ornamental cherry, prepare a hole up to three times the diameter of its root system. Fork over the base of the pit in readiness, incorporating plenty of organic matter into the backfill and planting hole.
Avoiding frozen and waterlogged soil, trees should be planted out as they arrive. If planting in a suitably large pot, ensure good drainage and use a loam-based (John Innes) compost.
Choose a sheltered spot to protect emerging blossom. Lightly prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker, to retain an open shape and remove any damaged, diseased or broken branches.
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost