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A small weeping tree with unusual variegated leaves. The summer foliage has attractive sharp light and dark green variegation which turns into striking multi-toned red and orange autumn tints. Deciduous in Winter.The blossom is pale pink, and borne in profusion in early Spring. Superb mini tree for a variety of gardens, can also be grown in a patio pot. Can be pruned hard in the spring, after flowering to enhance its variegation and leaf size.Best grown in well-drained soil, in full sun to achieve the best flower display and autumn colour. Will tolerate most soil types including chalk and clay.Height and Spread (after 10 years): 1m x 0.5mPicture image courtesy of Frank P Matthews shows plant when in flower in Spring and shows foliage in autumn.Sold in a 12 litre pot.

Full Description: Syn: -x yedoensis 'Shidare Yoshino'Common name: Weeping Yoshino Cherry tree.A small tree with steeply pendent branches weeping to the ground. Seasons of interest: Spring, Autumn.Blossom: Covered with dense clouds of single White/blush flowers in spring.Foliage: After floweing, bronze new leaves, green in summer, fiery shades in autumn, leaf fall in winter.Prunus Growing Tips: Best grown in moist, well-drained soil, in full sun to achieve the best flower display and autumn colour. Will tolerate most soil types including chalk and clay.Height and Spread (after 10 years): 3m x 3mPicture image courtesy of Frank P Matthews shows plant when in flowerSold in a 12 litre pot.

Crateegus Crimson Cloud also known as English Hawthorn is a Hybrid between 'Charles X' and 'Paul's Scarlet' creating a dense, spreading tree with glossy, dark green foliage. Profuse small single, crimson flowers with creamy centres appear during May.The lightly scented blossom is very popular with bees & butterflies. The flowers later develop into tiny red berries in the autumn, which are great for attracting birds. A very unusual ornamental thorn flowering from an early age.A giving tree providing ornamental interest and food for wildlife.Growing Tips: Will tolerate a wide range of soils as long as they are well-drained, urban pollution and coastal conditions. Extremley hardy and ideal for the smaller garden. Prefer full sun or partial shade. Height and Spread (after 20 years): 5m x 4m.Picture image courtesy of Frank P Matthews shows plant when in flowerSold in a 12 litre pot.