How do you take care of a weeping cherry tree?

How do you take care of a weeping cherry tree?

Weeping cherry prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Keep it watered during dry spells and lay a 3- to 4-inch layer of mulch around the tree (but 6 inches away from the base) to help the soil retain moisture. The trees rarely need pruning, except to control size.

What is the best fertilizer for weeping cherry trees?

Look for a balanced fertilizer or one specially formulated for ornamental trees. Balanced fertilizers contain equal amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (N-P-K) such as 10-10-10. Chemical fertilizers are highly soluble in water and do their work quickly. They also quickly leach out of the soil.

What is the life expectancy of a weeping cherry tree?

20 yearsLife Span. The common life expectancy of a flowering cherry tree is 15 to 20 years. The Higan cherry, or the weeping flowering cherry, is an exception to the 20-year life expectancy. The tree grows slower, tolerates temperature extremes better and is longer lived than other flowering cherry varieties.

How often do you water a weeping cherry tree?

Weeping cherry trees require around 80-gallons of water every week to thrive. We recommend watering two to twice a week during warm weather. However, it's essential to let the soil dry out between waterings to prevent the onset of root rot. Those weeping cherry trees that don't receive enough water will fail to flower.