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Lopsided dwarf cherry tree

NoobGardenerNoobGardener Posts: 2
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Dear All, 

I was hoping someone could help me with my dwarf cherry tree (prunus serrulata, kiku-shidare). They look lovely online but mine is lopsided. I also have no idea whether mine should be a drooping cherry tree or whether the branches should grow upwards. The tree doesn't seem to know what to do either  :)  and I have seen both varieties online.

Is it too close to the wall? It's about 60 cm away from the wall at the moment. Should I prune it drastically to change the shape? If so, how drastically can I cut it back and when should I do this? The main growth of the tree is south facing. Should I conser rotating the tree to encourage growth on one of the other sides? 

Any ideas would be most welcome. 

Thanks in advance, 
Finn 

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  • AnniDAnniD Posts: 12,585
    Bumping this up :) .
    How long has it been in the ground? 
    Also l'm not sure about the staking, but it's been many years since I planted a tree so hopefully someone with more experience can advise. 
  • NoobGardenerNoobGardener Posts: 2
    Thanks for the bump!  :) The tree was planted almost 2 years ago. I guess that we can remove the stake. We just didn't get round to removing it. BTW, here's the picture from the label... 
  • AnniDAnniD Posts: 12,585
    I would suggest contacting Chew Valley Trees (other tree suppliers are available). 
    https://www.chewvalleytrees.co.uk/products/detail/prunus-kiku-shidare-sakura
    Maybe give them a call, or send an email with your photo attached. 
    They are beautiful trees aren't they, l quite fancy one myself  :)
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