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This guide is for gardeners seeking an established, ornamental tree for immediate impact in their garden or patio. The key benefit is the instant visual appeal and ease of delivery. A potential caveat is that trees grown in pots will require regular watering and may not reach the full potential size of in-ground specimens. The Direct Plants Prunus Blushing Bride Flowering Cherry Tree offers a mature 6ft specimen, delivered in a 12-litre pot, ready for planting. It is a fully hardy outdoor variety suitable for most soils and locations, including containers.
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While this is a 6ft tree upon delivery, trees planted in the ground will reach their full potential size over time. Specific mature heights vary but ornamental cherry trees can grow considerably larger than their initial delivered size.
The tree is supplied in a 12-litre pot, which is suitable for initial establishment. For long-term growth in a container, it is recommended to repot it into a much larger container, 100 litres or more, to accommodate root growth.
This tree can be planted at any time of year, provided the ground is not frozen. Planting during milder spring or autumn weather is often ideal.
The Prunus Blushing Bride Flowering Cherry Tree is fully hardy and does not require special winter protection when planted outdoors.
Container-grown trees need more frequent watering than those in the ground. Check the soil moisture regularly, especially in warm or windy weather, and water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Flowering Cherry trees typically bloom in spring. The 'Blushing Bride' variety is known for its attractive spring blossoms.
A 6ft tree provides immediate visual impact and structure to a garden or patio, unlike smaller saplings that take years to establish.
Ensure the tree has been thoroughly watered. Check that the roots are not overly dry or waterlogged. Allow a few days for the tree to acclimatize after transit.
This can be due to overwatering, underwatering, or nutrient deficiency. Check soil moisture and adjust watering. Consider a balanced fertilizer if nutrient deficiency is suspected.
Ensure the tree is receiving adequate sunlight. Pruning at the wrong time (e.g., late in the season) can remove flower buds. Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer, which can promote leafy growth over flowers.
Hose off small infestations with water or use a mild insecticidal soap. Ensure good air circulation around the tree.
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