Prunus eminens ‘Umbraculifera’ – Dwarf Rounded Cherry
Description
Prunus eminens ‘Umbraculifera’ is a compact ornamental cherry tree notable for its dense, globe-shaped crown. In spring, it produces clusters of soft pink flowers that contrast beautifully with the glossy green foliage.
Its tidy, rounded form makes it perfect as a specimen tree in small gardens, courtyards, or as part of street and avenue plantings. Hardy and low-maintenance, ‘Umbraculifera’ thrives in a variety of soils and garden conditions.
Size & Growth
Typically grows 3–5 m tall and wide, maintaining a dense, spherical habit over many years.
Growing Conditions
Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in fertile, well-drained soil. Tolerates clay and urban conditions.
Why Choose Prunus eminens ‘Umbraculifera’?
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Globe-Shaped Habit – Dense, rounded crown provides year-round structure.
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Spectacular Spring Flowers – Soft pink blooms in early spring.
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Compact & Decorative – Ideal for small gardens, courtyards, or street planting.
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Hardy & Low Maintenance – Reliable and adaptable.
Planting & Care Guide
Position: Full sun to partial shade for best flowering and foliage colour.
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates clay and urban soils.
Watering: Water during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
Feeding: Light spring fertiliser if soil is poor.
Pruning: Minimal; remove dead or crossing branches after flowering to maintain shape.
Design & Planting Ideas
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Use as a specimen tree in small gardens or courtyards.
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Plant in rows for street or avenue planting.
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Combine with perennials or low shrubs for layered seasonal interest.
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Ideal for formal, low-maintenance, or ornamental garden schemes.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.