Trees

Prunus 'Snofozam'

Snow Fountains weeping cherry

Snow Fountains weeping cherry in bloom. Photo: David J. Stang / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Snow Fountains is a compact cherry whose naturally hanging branches carry a generous covering of white spring flowers. Green summer foliage and orange autumn color extend the display, with relatively little ornamental fruit. Its slow growth and cascading outline suit close-view gardens, although trained height and grafting influence the eventual shape.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Size: Height: 8–15 ft · Width: 6–12 ft
Water: Water when top 2 inches dry
Hardiness: USDA 4–8
Bloom: White, spring

Sizes & prices

#10Snow Fountain Weeping Cherry$169.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Landscape use & tree form

Use: Small-garden ornamental specimen
Form: Weeping
Major issues: Canker, borers, leaf spots, black knot and root rot are possible; protect bark and avoid soggy roots.
Growth rate: Slow
Fruit / litter: Small fruits are sparsely produced; not a productive fruit tree.

Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Cherries are vulnerable to browsing; protect young trees.
Drought: Dry-weather care: Water when top 2 inches dry. Maintain the recommended moisture during extended dry spells; no cultivar-specific drought rating confirmed.
Wet soil: Intolerant of poorly drained, waterlogged soil.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies
Birds: Fruit provides food

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Green leaves, turning orange in autumn; deciduous.

Growing & care

Pruning: Prune ornamental cherries lightly in summer to reduce silver-leaf and canker risk. Remove shoots below a graft and preserve the intended weeping or upright framework.
Soil: Humus-rich, well-drained soil.

Sources & photo credits

Monrovia

Royal Horticultural Society

NC State Extension

Rutgers Cooperative Extension

NC State Extension

Photo: Photo by David J. Stang via Wikimedia Commons; resized under CC BY-SA 4.0. · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Snow Fountains weeping cherry in bloom. Photo: David J. Stang / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0; resized.

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.