Shirotae cherry
Prunus 'Shirotae'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones5 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall15 to 25 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, autumn
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Shirotae' cherry (Prunus 'Shirotae') is a tree for borders, containers, and specimen planting. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil of most types. White flowers are fragrant and appear in early to late spring, then again in early to late autumn. Bees and birds visit the blooms. It needs little care once settled.
Pairs well with Bridal wreath spiraea, Autumn fern, and Hummingbird's mint.