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- Q.Weeping Cherry Tree - A weeping cherry tree that was planted last fall really looked great and still does. However, at the ends of ...
- Q.Thinning A Weeping Cherry - We rescued a spindly, lackluster weeping cherry in a pot a few years ago. After keeping it potted for a ...
- Q.Weeping Cherry - Our weeping cherry tree has gone wild. Within the last year or so it seems to have sprouted an additional ...
- Q.Weeping Cherry Tree - Does a weeping cherry offer edible fruit?
- Q.Nurturing My Tree Until Planting - I bought a weeping cherry at a garden center. Our local nursery advised to not plant til Sept. QUESTION: How do ...
- Q.Weeping Cherry Tree - The long flowering stems/branches and leaves on my weeping cherry tree have died but new growth is appearing at the ...
Asked by
Herd on
June 15, 2016
ScotlandQ.weeping cherry
Our weeping cherry has tiny black ladybird like beetles in clusters on the tips of the leaves and the branches are now developing jelly like masses on them. What do you think this may be?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 16, 2016A.It sounds like your tree is suffering from a Canker. You can control the spread of this disease by pruning.
The black insects are likely Black Aphids.
Here are some articles that will help you with these issues.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/weeping-amber-in-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/weeping-cherry-growing-tips.htm
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- Asked by
b080639 on
June 17, 2016
84107Q.weeping cherry tree
A weeping cherry tree that was planted last fall really looked great and still does. However, at the ends of the branches, the new little leaves are starting to curl and turn yellow. The upper leaves are still vibrant green. I'm at a loss what to do.
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 18, 2016A.Your tree is not getting enough water.
A deep watering of a trickle of water at the base of the trunk a few time a week during warm weather.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/weeping-cherry-growing-tips.htm
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Mazza on
June 19, 2016
Maidstone, Kent ME15 7JGQ.Thinning a weeping cherry
We rescued a spindly, lackluster weeping cherry in a pot a few years ago. After keeping it potted for a year or so, we put it in the garden and its growth took off. It blossoms twice a year now and this year has grown more than ever, but is losing its shape and weeping trait and getting too bushy. Having looked at advice on when to prune, it perhaps should not be now, but wondered if we could get away with thinning it out?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 20, 2016A.Here is an article that will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/pruning-weeping-cherry.htm
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gosia1128 on
June 26, 2016
60169Q.Weeping cherry
Our weeping cherry tree has gone wild. Within the last year or so it seems to have sprouted an additional 5 feet up. Is that normal? It doesn't seem to be developing a nice canopy, rather it's like it's trying to grow as tall as possible. Should we be doing something about it? Thanks! Margaret
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 28, 2016A.A Weeping Cherry Tree can grow 20 to 30 feet in height.
An average growth rate is 13 to 24 inches per year.There is really no such thing as a dwarf variety of this tree.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/pruning-weeping-cherry.htm
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davebakert846 on
July 5, 2016
TasmaniaQ.weeping cherry tree
Does a weeping cherry offer edible fruit?
- Answered by
ChloeMartin8006 on
July 5, 2016A.This is a very complicated question, and I am afraid there is no simple answer to that. Generally, the fruits produced by a weeping cherry (Prunus subhirtella var. pendula) are considered edible and can be eaten both raw or cooked. Other specialists claim that you can eat these fruits, but they have a very small nutritional value and there is no point. Also, the seeds of the weeping cherry fruits contain poisonous substances like prunasin and amygdalin, which make the whole thing taste bitter and not very tasty. But I don't think they are dangerous to you. But I've also read about some types of weeping cherry where the fruits are poisonous (I'm not sure if that is true though), so I would be careful and I would consult with some kind of professionals - http://www.gardeners-melbourne.com.au/tree-services/ before doing anything. Better to be safe than sorry.
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Beka on
July 23, 2016
62959Q.Nurturing my tree until planting
I bought a weeping cherry at a garden center. Our local nursery advised to not plant til Sept. QUESTION: How do I nurse it til then? It's in the container on my patio in full sun and I am watering it daily.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 24, 2016A.The best time of year to plant your Weeping Cherry Tree is spring or fall. I would agree to hold off to plant until the weather at least begins to cool off.
We are in the hottest part of summer and it can be difficult to keep a stressed plant happy.
I would keep the potted tree in a partial sun location. Morning sun with shade from the afternoon sunshine. Water the tree daily and even twice a day if the soil is dry.Here is a link that has information on planting and care.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/weeping-cherry-growing-tips.htm
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charlotte_hallman on
August 6, 2016
Macon Ga 31210Q.weeping cherry tree
The long flowering stems/branches and leaves on my weeping cherry tree have died but new growth is appearing at the base of the tree. It has been extremely hot with very dry weather and I have not faithfully watered my tree. I am thinking this may be the problem. What is your thought? Do you think it could come back or do I need to cut off all dead long limbs? Thanks in advance.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 8, 2016A.It sounds as if your tree has died and that the new growth is coming from the root stock.
Check the branches by bending them. If they snap or break off they are dead.
You can also to the bark scratch test to see if the tree is alive .
This link will help you with this.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-scratch-test.htm
Here is a link with care information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/weeping-cherry-growing-tips.htm
If you have little to no viable live plant material on above the graft line the tree will not recover.This article has information on watering newly planted trees.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/watering-newly-planted-tree.htm
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