Wild cherry
Common Name: Wild cherry
Genus: Prunus
Species: avium
Cultivar: 'Plena'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Moist
Height: 1200cm
Spread: 1200cm
Time to prune: October to March
Time to plant: October to March
The big advantage of growing 'Plena', and not its much bigger species parent, is that it has double white flowers, and makes a fantastic show in May when it's in full bloom. Give it a prominent position, in the middle of a lawn (but note it will eventually get very big) where it can be clearly seen. There's another good show in the autumn when the dark green leaves colour up before falling. It has been given the Award of Garden Merit by the RHS.
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