Prunus Tai-haku | Bare Root

Big, white, bowl-shaped flowers. Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moist, well-drained fertile soil Rate of growth: vigorous Flowering period: April Hardiness: fully hardyPale pink buds cover the branches in mid-spring, opening to large, often 6cm (2½in) wide, white flowers which hang in small clusters among the young bronze foliage. The leaves turn rich green as they mature through the summer, before turning shades of yellow and orange in autumn. The coppery-red, glossy, peeling bark is a bonus. This vigorous, spreading tree provides a dazzling display in spring, which makes it a lovely tree for all gardens. Garden care: Plant as soon as conditions allow in soil that is not water-logged or frozen. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake and support firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker, cutting back any dead, diseased or crossing branches. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of bacterial canker and silver leaf, which enters through cuts. Late summer pruning is ideal – the tree is still in active growth but has slowed down and is able to repair itself. Check and remove any damaged, diseased, or broken branches.