Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry
Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 5-8
Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry tree (Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula') is a fantastic weeping ornamental flowering tree with so many mind-blowing features to impart to your landscape! Start spring with those dripping branches that grow out and then weep down. New spring foliage starts bronzed and matures to a gorgeous green! Then spring erupts in big hot pink buds that burst open into scented pinkish-white flowers!
A modest-sized specimen, Higan's Pink is a favorite of bees, butterflies, and the occasional hummingbird, and the pendulous branching adds a magical effect to your garden! There's nothing quite as magnetic as a Pink Weeping Cherry tree to add some serious bonus points to your home's curb appeal!
Weeping Cherry trees do best in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8. Though not the fastest-growing trees, their ease of care and slow and steady growth mean less work for you! Less pruning and less fussing as well! Giving you plenty of time to watch your tree develop its unique weeping form while also giving you the time to train it the way you want!
Planting and Application:
Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry is a must-have specimen for your front yard plantings! Sacrifice a bit of lawn and create a raised berm or curving garden bed right in front of your front door to highlight these gorgeous trees! Park a garden bench beneath a limbed-up tree for headroom, or create an arching canopy for you to walk under on a footpath or as you pass from your front yard to the back
Perfect trees for both Asian-inspired Zen gardens and for draping themselves over Rock gardens, you will elevate a back seating area or add the crown jewel to grace any garden bed. Groupings of three create magical groves for kids to play beneath and for lazy spring and summer days stretched out beneath the fragrant blooms and summer shade!
- Scented Pink Spring Blossoms
- Bronzed New Leaves & Lush Green Summer Foliage
- Ornate Drooping Limbs
- Gorgeous Specimens & Pollinator-Friendly
- Ornamental Shade, Accents & Focal Point Trees
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Higan Weeping Cherry trees need full sun to flower their very best year after year! Provide a well-drained rich soil location with 3-4 inches of arborist mulch or compost as top dressing every year. Water regularly while young trees are establishing, but once settled, Weeping Cherry trees can tolerate light drought. But to keep your trees happy and flowering, give them a long drink during hot summers and extended periods without rain. Prune these flowering trees while they are dormant in the late winter or very early spring.
- Full Sun
- Moderate Yet Consistent Moisture Needs
- Adaptable Once Established
- Appreciates Rich Well-Drained Soil & Mulch
- Prune When Dormant
Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry will be the object of affection for everyone in your neighborhood (or is that a hint of jealousy?) when you plant these scented pink flowering and drooping ornamentals in your yard this year! Hurry and secure yours before the Joneses do by reserving one of NatureHills.com for shipping this spring!
