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Snow Fountain Cherry

Elegant weeping form: Cascading branches create a dramatic, soft focal point in any landscape.
Showy spring blooms: Covered in bright white flowers that create a “fountain-like” effect.
Space-friendly size: Ideal for smaller yards or tight planting areas.
Multi-season interest: Attractive green foliage in summer and warm gold tones in fall.
Low maintenance appeal: Easy to care for once established with minimal pruning needs.

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Snow Fountain Cherry

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Snow Fountain Cherry

A graceful, compact ornamental tree featuring cascading branches covered in brilliant white spring blooms. Known for its refined form and consistent performance, it is a standout focal point in smaller landscapes.

General Information:

Botanical Name: Prunus x subhirtella ‘Snofozam’
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering ornamental tree
Mature Height: 8–12 feet
Mature Spread: 6–10 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–8
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Flowering and Flower Color: Early spring; profuse white flowers along cascading, weeping branches

Geographic Guidance:

Performs best in temperate regions, including the Northeast, Midwest, and other areas within USDA Zones 5–8 where winters are moderate and summers are not excessively hot.

Why Choose This Plant?

Consider Snow Fountain Cherry for an elegant and compact flowering tree with strong seasonal appeal.

Elegant weeping form: Adds soft, cascading movement and visual interest
Abundant white blooms: Creates a dramatic spring display
Compact size: Perfect for smaller landscapes, patios, or entryways
Refined structure: Uniform growth habit ideal for formal designs
Multi-season beauty: Offers spring flowers, summer greenery, and fall color

Complete Care & Growing Guide

Light Requirements

Requires full sun (6+ hours daily) to ensure optimal blooming and strong growth habit.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Avoid poorly drained areas to prevent root stress.

Watering

Moderate watering needs. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; once mature, it tolerates short dry periods.

Pruning

Minimal pruning required. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches while preserving its natural weeping form.

Uses & Landscape Benefits

Ideal as a specimen tree for focal points in front yards or garden beds
Perfect for small spaces and courtyard gardens
Enhances entryways and patio areas with its elegant structure
Works beautifully in Japanese-inspired and formal landscapes
Provides early blooms for pollinators like bees

Planting & Care

1. Planting: This is a large landscape tree and as such, requires a bit of planning before planting. First, measure the area where you would like to plant your hedge or row. You will need the length of the area of planting to estimate the number of trees you need.

When planting, dig a hole for each tree that is three times as wide as the root ball but just as deep. Place the tree, fill in around the tree with the same soil you took out when initially digging the hole. Finally, tamp down as you fill to cut back on any air pockets from forming, water the tree, then mulch to conserve moisture.

2. Watering: For the first two weeks, water your new tree every other day by holding a hose around it and counting to 20. If you don’t have a hose, 2 large watering cans full of water will do (smaller trees may only need a light soaking so a single can may suffice).

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FAQs

How fast does Snow Fountain Cherry grow?

It has a moderate growth rate, typically adding about 1–2 feet per year under ideal conditions.
When does it bloom?

It blooms in early to mid-spring, often before or just as the leaves emerge.
Can it be planted near a house?

Yes, its smaller size makes it suitable for planting near foundations, provided it has enough sunlight and space to spread.

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Mature Height	Small: Up to 15 ft
Mature Spread	5-10 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate, Slow
Botanical Name	Prunus 'Snofozam'
Bloom Time	Mid spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	White
Hardiness Zones	5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Medium
Size	#15 Container, #5 Container, #7 Container

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