Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry
Best elegant focal point for gardeners seeking resilient, low-maintenance spring color.
Discover the enchanting Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry, a deciduous tree from Monrovia Growers that brings spring beauty to your landscape. Its graceful weeping branches are adorned with large magenta buds that unfurl into delicate soft pink blossoms. New bronze foliage matures to a lush green, providing year-round interest. Celebrated for its resilience, this cherry tree is ideal as a striking focal point or used in pairs to frame an entrance. It thrives in full sun and prefers humus-rich, well-drained soil, requiring moderate watering for optimal growth.
$139.99
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4.7
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Category Rank
7
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Price vs Category Average
+31%
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Brand
Monrovia Growers
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking early seasonal color and curb appeal
- Landscapers wanting a sculptural focal point for winter interest
- Homeowners in cooler climates needing a hardy ornamental tree
Who should skip it
- Minimalists avoiding seasonal cleanup of fallen leaves and fruit
- Busy gardeners wanting a low-maintenance, pest-free landscape
- Beginner gardeners intimidated by precise structural pruning needs
Performance breakdown
Aesthetic Impact
Graceful weeping branches create a dramatic, high-end focal point.
Hardiness
Outperforms many cherry varieties in resilience and environmental adaptability.
Seasonal Versatility
Transitions beautifully from spring blossoms to lush, bronze-tinted summer foliage.
Maintenance Ease
Requires consistent initial watering but rewards with low-effort deer resistance.
Landscape Utility
Perfectly sized for framing entryways or anchoring garden beds.
Growth Predictability
Reaches a balanced twenty-foot stature ideal for most residential landscapes.
Key Specs
Brand
Monrovia Growers
Deciduous Status
Deciduous
Family Name
Rosaceae
Genus Name
Prunus
Light Needs
Full sun
Mature Height
20 ft
Mature Width
20 ft
Water Needs
Moderate
Features
- Graceful weeping habit adds elegant structure.
- Stunning spring blooms in soft pink.
- New bronze foliage matures to green.
- More resilient than other flowering cherries.
- Deer resistant for worry-free enjoyment.
- Requires deep watering for initial root establishment.
- Attracts attention as a focal point.
- Ideal for framing entryways in pairs.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and robust health of the Weeping Higan Cherry upon arrival, noting the superior packaging and vigorous root systems provided by Monrovia Growers. The primary appeal lies in the tree's stunning aesthetic design; its graceful weeping form and early spring blooms immediately elevate the landscape. While this is a premium purchase, consumers feel the reliable growth and ornamental beauty deliver strong value, making it a highly recommended investment for those seeking a reliable, high impact feature.
Know before you buy
Since this tree reaches a mature height and width of 20 feet, you should ensure you have a clear area of at least 20 feet in diameter. This allows the graceful, weeping branches enough room to spread without crowding nearby structures or other plants.
Yes, this variety is noted for its high deer resistance. While no plant is completely immune to hungry wildlife, it is a much safer choice for landscapes where deer pressure is a concern.
It thrives best in humus-rich, well-drained soil. If your soil is heavy clay or tends to stay waterlogged, you may need to amend it with organic matter to improve drainage and ensure the root system stays healthy.
Once the initial root system is established, this tree requires moderate watering. During dry spells or extreme heat, monitor the soil moisture and water deeply to keep the tree hydrated, but avoid letting it sit in standing water.
The Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry is hardy down to USDA Zone 5. It is generally more resilient than many other flowering cherry varieties, making it a reliable choice for regions with cold winters.
No, the bronze color is specific to the new foliage as it emerges in the spring. As the season progresses, these leaves will mature into a lush, vibrant green, providing a nice transition of color throughout the year.
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