Cherry, Flowering, Snow Fountain Weeping, Bare Root

Flowering Cherry ‘Snow Fountains’ (Prunus x ‘Snow Fountains’)

'Snow Fountains' is a graceful weeping ornamental cherry prized for its breathtaking cascade of pure white blossoms in early spring. A compact and elegantly arching cultivar, it is ideal for small gardens, courtyards, or as a focal point in permaculture landscapes that integrate ornamental and ecological value. While not a native species, its early-season flowers provide an important nectar and pollen source for bees and pollinators emerging from winter dormancy.

Key Characteristics

• Spectacular spring bloom in weeping form
  In early spring, before leaves emerge, Snow Fountains erupts in a profusion of snow-white flowers that cover every cascading branch, creating a waterfall-like effect. It's a stunning specimen tree that adds beauty and structure to any landscape.
• Pollinator support in early spring
  Though ornamental, the abundant blooms provide a valuable source of early-season nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators just emerging when few other flowers are in bloom.
• Compact size perfect for small gardens
  Reaching just 6–12 feet tall with a similar spread, its weeping form is ideal for tight spaces, urban gardens, and the understory layer of ornamental food forests or native-meets-exotic planting designs.
• Multi-season landscape interest
  After the spring bloom, it offers glossy green summer foliage, light amber fall color, and striking winter structure with cascading bare branches that add movement and elegance even in the dormant season.
• Low-maintenance and adaptable
  Snow Fountains is easy to grow in well-drained soils, tolerates light pruning, and adapts to a range of landscape conditions. It prefers full sun for best flowering but can tolerate light shade.

Product Details

• Plant life cycle: Deciduous Tree
• Sun requirements: Full sun to light shade
• Soil requirements: Medium; well-drained soil preferred
• Mature height: 6–12 feet
• Bloom time: Early spring
• Bloom color: Pure white
• USDA Hardiness zones: 5–8

‘Snow Fountains’ brings elegance, seasonal interest, and early pollinator support to the garden. A perfect choice for those seeking both ornamental beauty and ecological function in small spaces.