Prunus hillieri Spire
Hillieri Spire Japanese Cherry
With its tight upright habit and profusion of pink flowers it is ideal for most sites where space is limited
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Prunus hillieri Spire
Height: 10-12cm
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Prunus hillieri Spire
Height: 12-14cm
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Prunus hillieri Spire
Height: 14-16cm
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8-10cm
Height: 8-10cm
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Description
A cross between Prunus sargentii and Prunus yedoensis raised in the late 1920s.
The original tree now stands at 10 metres high and its autumn colour can be a joy to behold.
It has had many accolades over the years and won the Award of Garden Merit in 2002.
This ranks as one of the finest of small street trees and it is also excellent in gardens and parks.
With its tight upright habit and profusion of pink flowers it is ideal for most sites where space is limited.
Rather slow growing
Mature height: 3-7m
Mature spread 3-6m
Specifications
Common names
Hillieri Spire Japanese Cherry
Mature size
Small
Tree type
Deciduous Broad Leaf
Soil type
Well drained soils, Will tolerate most soil types
Shape
Narrow
Tree features
Bark, Autumn Colour, Flowers, Fruit
Growth rate
Moderate
Tree uses
Restricted Spaces, Avenue Trees, Garden, Parkland
Seasons of interest
Spring Interest, Autumn Interest