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What is the Smallest Cherry Blossom Tree?<\/h2>\n

Cherry blossoms are a popular ornamental tree for most gardens and backyards. As with any tree, different varieties come in different sizes and shapes. To answer the question, what is the smallest cherry blossom tree, it’s important to first understand the main differences between cherry blossom tree varieties.<\/p>\n

Firstly, there are two main types of cherry blossom trees: Prunus and Ceramus species. Prunus species have typically larger flowers than Ceramus species, while Ceramus have more varied foliage and flowering habits. The most recognizable species of Ceramus is the Weeping Cherry Tree, with its billowing canopy of drooping flowers.<\/p>\n

The smallest cherry blossom tree is generally accepted to be the Cherry Dwarf tree, also known as Prunus cerasifera’ ‘nana’. This dwarf tree grows to a height of 3-4 metres, with slender, upright branches and delicately fragrant white blossoms in springtime. Its foliage is a silvery green, with copper-red new growth in spring and oranges, yellows and reds in autumn. <\/p>\n

Despite its size, the Cherry Dwarf tree is a drought-tolerant tree, preferring full sun and well-draining soil. When planting a Cherry Dwarf tree, an important aspect to consider is its root system, which can get very large in shallow, wide areas, limiting the space in a garden and possibly damaging nearby structures.<\/p>\n