Prunus lit Ballerina (Tassle Cherry) — 12L Container

Prunus litigiosa 'Ballerina', the tassel cherry, is an unusual Chinese cherry with a narrow, columnar habit. In April it bears small white or pink-tinged flowers with long, protruding stamens that give a delicate tasselled effect. The leaves colour in autumn. Its slim shape suits small gardens.

It grows to around 3m x 1.5m after 10 years. Plant in full sun in well-drained soil; it tolerates most soils, including chalk and clay. Little pruning is needed, but any that is required should be done in summer, when the risk of silver leaf is lowest.

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