White Cloud Cherry Pleached Tree (Prunus 'Umineko')

White Cloud Cherry Pleached Tree

The White Cloud Cherry pleached tree is an exquisite ornamental tree that brings elegance and beauty to any garden. Known for its graceful form when pleached, this tree is ideal for creating striking vertical lines in smaller gardens, providing privacy screens, or as a decorative feature along pathways or in formal landscapes. With its stunning spring blossoms, attractive foliage, and seasonal interest, the White Cloud Cherry pleached tree is a favourite among gardeners looking to add both beauty and structure to their outdoor spaces.

Pruning Advice

Pruning is essential for maintaining the tree’s elegant pleached shape and encouraging healthy growth. Here are some key pruning tips for the White Cloud Cherry pleached tree:

Timing: Prune the tree in late winter or early spring while it is still dormant. This allows the tree to recover quickly as the growing season begins. Light pruning can also be done in the summer to remove any unwanted growth and maintain the tree’s shape.

Method: Begin by removing any dead, damaged, or diseased branches. After that, focus on shaping the tree and maintaining its pleached form by trimming any lateral branches that disrupt the tree’s symmetry. The goal is to create a clear framework with an even, balanced structure. Regular pruning encourages denser growth, especially around the pleached canopy.

Encourage New Growth: Pruning the White Cloud Cherry encourages new growth and can result in a thicker, more compact tree. This is important for maintaining a dense, healthy canopy. Remove any suckers or shoots that emerge from the base or lower branches, as they can divert energy away from the main framework.

Light Maintenance: Throughout the growing season, remove any stray or unwanted shoots that emerge outside the pleached shape. Light, regular trimming will keep the tree looking tidy and ensure it doesn’t become overgrown.

Annual Check-Up: Inspect the tree for pests and diseases, especially after pruning, and address any issues promptly. Keeping the tree healthy will ensure it thrives and maintains its ornamental value.

Further Information

Spectacular Spring Blossoms: In spring, the White Cloud Cherry tree produces an abundance of pure white flowers, which cover the branches before the leaves fully emerge. These delicate, fragrant blooms are an eye-catching feature and create a stunning contrast against the dark green foliage. The blossoms also attract pollinators like bees, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden.

Compact Size: The White Cloud Cherry pleached tree reaches a mature height of 3 to 5 metres (10 to 16 feet) when pleached, making it a perfect choice for smaller gardens or those looking for a manageable tree. Its size also makes it ideal for creating privacy screens or formal hedges, providing structure and elegance without overwhelming the space.

Seasonal Interest: This tree is deciduous, meaning it loses its leaves in autumn, but its seasonal beauty continues to shine through. In the spring, the profusion of white blossoms is a highlight, while the dark green foliage creates a sleek appearance throughout the summer. In autumn, the leaves take on subtle hues of yellow, offering a soft, golden touch to your garden before they fall.

Low Maintenance: Once established, the White Cloud Cherry pleached tree is relatively low-maintenance. It is adaptable to a range of well-drained soils and can thrive in full sun or partial shade. Its compact size also makes it easy to manage and care for, especially when pruned correctly.

Wildlife-Friendly: The White Cloud Cherry pleached tree’s flowers attract bees and other pollinators, while its small fruits provide food for birds in the autumn. Though the fruits are not typically edible for humans, they contribute to a wildlife-friendly garden, which is an important consideration for eco-conscious gardeners.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.