Prunus nipponica Kurilensis Brilliant - Kurile Cherry - Plant in 2 L Pot

Prunus nipponica Kurilensis Brilliant is a delightful small upright, deciduous, hardy, compact, dense small tree or shrub. Variety Kurilensis was introduced from Japan around 1905. When the selection Brilliant arose is unclear. Prunus nipponica kurilensis Brilliant is an attractive early flowering ornamental Cherry. Large pure white single flowers are produced in abundance in early spring, opening from pink buds and before the coarsely toothed leaves, which are an attractive rustic brown when young, turning lovely shades of orange and red in autumn. Flowers are followed by small black berries. The branches are a chestnut brown. Easy to grow in full sun in most free draining soils. Can easily be grown in a pot. When growing in a pot or other container. Use a good quality compost. Ensure you feed regularly as a hungry plant is a poor performer. We recommend the addition of Osmocote Pro 8-9 month formulation. One application will provide sufficient feed for the whole year. The plants in this listing are grown as multi branched shrubs, ideal for locations where space is limited or in pots and containers.