Prunus serrulata 'Snow Goose'

Snow Goose Flowering Cherry

1. The Snow Goose Flowering Cherry is a deciduous tree that typically grows to a height of 20-30 feet (6-9 meters) with a spread of 15-25 feet (4.5-7.5 meters). It has an upright, vase-shaped growth habit with a rounded crown. The bark is smooth and reddish-brown when young, but it becomes darker and develops horizontal lenticels as the tree matures.

2. Flowers: The Snow Goose Cherry produces abundant clusters of fragrant, pure white flowers in early spring. The flowers are semi-double to double, meaning they have multiple layers of petals, creating a full and showy display. The blossoms attract bees and other pollinators and are a delightful sight in the landscape.

3. Foliage: The leaves of the Snow Goose Cherry are oval-shaped and emerge bronze or reddish-purple in the spring. As they mature, they turn dark green and provide an attractive backdrop for the white flowers. In the fall, the foliage may develop shades of yellow, orange, or red before dropping.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  High Maintenance. Pests and diseases can be a problem.  Watch for aphids, scale, borers, caterpillars, beetles and spider mites. Potential diseases include leaf spot, dieback, leaf curl, powdery mildew, root rot, and fireblight.  Cherries have weak wood and are susceptible to breakage.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas,  Wildlife Gardens, and Shade Tree.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Butterfly Bush, Lilac, Coneflower