Flowering Trees: The Best Blossom Trees Grown in the UK - Roots Plants

Our specialist growers in the New Forest have chosen the most interesting flowering trees that thrive in British gardens. Pick your favourite today.

One of the best blossom displays of any variety - and that's not all. Kanzan's classical form and colours bring year-round interest to your garden
Clusters of lush, double pink flowers cover the branches between March and May
The foliage emerges bronzed in the spring, matures to a dark green and puts on a spectacular display in autumn, with leaves taking on a palette of warm oranges, fiery reds and golden yellows
Growing to 8m but easily pruned to fit a smaller space, Kanzan is suitable for most average sized gardens and has a naturally vase-shaped form
A hardy tree that will thrive in all but chalky soils - grow in a sunny sheltered spot for the best flowers
Native to Japan, Kanzan was first bred in the Edo period (1603-1867) and named for the legendary Chinese poet and sage Hanshan (Kanzan-ji in Japanese)
Winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single-use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better-shaped tree. This can stop the tree from becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Think your garden is too small for a cherry blossom? Amanogawa's slender form makes it possible!
Growing to 4m high and just 1m wide, it's ideal for small spaces or planting in rows.
Spring is when the magic happens and every inch of those narrow, upswept branches is packed with fluffy, pink semi-double flowers with a delicate, sweet fragrance
The fresh jade-green foliage transforms in autumn to a fiery display of bright reds and oranges before falling and revealing the elegant silhouette of the bare branches
Amanogawa is pollution tolerant and happy in most soils, making it a great choice for urban areas and streetside planting
RHS Award of Garden Merit winner - unsurprisingly
'Amanogawa' means 'river of the sky' in Japanese. The Amanogawa cherry blossoms originally grew along the banks of the Arakara River that flows through Saitama Province and Tokyo in Japan.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Pink Perfection does what it says on the tin, exploding with the most perfect fluffy, double pink flowers every spring, in one of the most stunning flower displays of any cherry blossom tree
Bred in the UK, Pink Perfection grows to a very manageable 4x4m, making it a great choice for the front garden (because who wouldn't want to show it off?)
Emerald green foliage emerges in the spring as a vibrant backdrop to the blossom, then pulls a fiery autumn display out of its bag of tricks, with a medley of red, orange and bronze shades
This easy going little tree is happy in any moist and well drained soil except chalk and grows naturally into a neatly rounded shape
Let's talk blossom: the buds are dark pink and open into clusters of delicately scented rose pink pompoms. If you've got the space, team it with a white flowering cherry like Mount Fuji or Tai-Haku for maximum impact
RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, obviously
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

This stand-out Japanese weeping cherry is a compact deciduous tree with fully double, deepest pink blossoms and superb autumn colour
Kiku Shidare Zakura is covered in rose pink fluffy blossoms every April and May, with fresh green foliage that takes on a dazzling orange-red tone in autumn and a graceful weeping form for winter interest
Growing to a maximum height and width of 2.5m, this is a perfect statement tree for small gardens, where it will be shown to its best advantage in a sunny lawn, bed or patio. Being a slow growing tree, it also works wonderfully well in a container on a terrace or balcony.
Easy to care for, Kiku Shidare Zakura grows naturally into a graceful dome without the need for formative pruning
Highly pollution tolerant, this is a good choice for urban gardens and roadside planting
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Small, beautifully formed and bursting with wonderfully vibrant spring colour, this tree is real eye candy for your front garden, or anywhere else for that matter
Early spring brings graceful yellow catkins turning pink as they mature
Flamingo pink foliage glows through the early spring
Throughout summer this Flamingo tree is covered in pink, green, white and variegated leaves, displaying a true rainbow of colours
Autumn will reveal reddish stems adding another season of interest
This tree grows to 2m x 1.5m making it ideal for small gardens
Proud holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit
Easy to maintain and hardy tree, thriving in all moist and well-drained soils
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single-use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better-shaped tree. This can stop the tree from becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

All the gorgeous blossom and warm autumn colour of a regular flowering cherry tree, but with purple leaves
Royal Burgundy is a more compact sport (mutation) of a Kanzan cherry blossom with wine-dark purple leaves that emerge in spring with the flowers, which last for 5-10 days. These are double, rose coloured and ruffled, creating the effect of a fluffy pink canopy!
You'll get the best flowers by planting Royal Burgundy in full sun - we also recommend showing it off against a light coloured background
In autumn the leaves turn to warm scarlet and orange tones and the shimmering copper coloured bark stands out in the winter landscape
Suitable for small gardens, Royal Burgundy grows to a compact 5x4m within 20 years
This undemanding tree is happy in any moist, well drained soil except for chalk
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Neat and slender Accolade is the perfect flowering cherry tree for a small garden - plant it as a feature tree in a lawn or front garden border
One of the earliest to bloom in spring, with rich pink buds opening into clusters of fragrant, fully double pink and white flowers throughout March and April
Vibrant autumn colour with an eyecatching mix of red and amber tones
RHS Award of Garden Merit winner for its looks and ease of growing
Naturally forms an airy canopy which doesn't cast too much shade - great for underplanting with perennials or bulbs
In a mild year you might get a few bonus flowers in autumn and winter!
Looks delicate, is actually hard as nails - this fully cold tolerant tree thrives in all but chalky soils and is rarely bothered by pests or diseases. It will flower best in a sheltered spot with around 6hrs of sunlight daily
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Adorn your garden with this flowering Crabapple tree displaying unusually large white blooms in mid-spring which turn pink in later months
Very attractive red crab apples are excellent for jam making but you can also share them with birds, who will be very grateful especially in winter time
Dark green foliage appearing with blossom in mid-spring will turn amber in autumn
Excellent fire blight resistance
Proudly holds the RHS Award of Golden Merit
Grows to 4mx4.5m
Easy to maintain and hardy tree, thriving in all moist and well-drained soils
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

A heavy-fruiting and attractive crab apple tree
This tree is absolutely covered in the most beautiful white blossom in spring
Produces large, ruby red fruits that remain into winter
Perfect for making jellies, jams and cider
Attracts bees, butterflies and garden birds
RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Broad-crowned deciduous tree
Gorgeous long yellow racemes glimmer in the sunlight, contrasting with its deep green oval ternate leaves
Also known as the Pride of India
Grows up to 6x9m
Tolerant of urban conditions
Provides year-long interest
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Single rose flowers blooming in March and April
Beautiful weeping habit
Green foliage turning red and yellow in autumn
Small in size growing to 3x3m
Happy in all moist and well-drained soils except chalk
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single-use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better-shaped tree. This can stop the tree from becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

One of the finest late flowering Japanese cherry blossoms
Double white flowers hanging in abundant clusters from April-May
Green foliage appearing with the blossom and turning to autumnal shades of red and yellow
Fantastic specimen tree
Suitable for small spaces with a size of 4x4m
Hardy tree thriving in all but for chalky soils
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Pure white flowers twice the size of any other cherry tree
Beautiful colour changing foliage from spring to autumn
Horizontally spreading crown creating a true Japanese form
Medium-sized tree growing to 5mx5m
Fantastic specimen tree
Hardy tree thriving in all but chalky soils
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

A profusion of fragrant, single, pale pink blossom emerging from carmine-pink buds in mid-spring
The fruits of this crabapple are edible and can be used to make jellies and jams
The crab apples may appear until winter (if birds won't beat you to them) adding another season of interest
The serrate, dark-green leaves will turn to yellow comes fall
Would make a fantastic specimen tree and would need space to show off its full glory
Proudly holds the RHS Award of Golden Merit
Grows to 4mx4.5m
Easy to maintain and hardy tree, thriving in all moist and well-drained soils
Native to Japan
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single-use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better-shaped tree. This can stop the tree from becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Profusion of small white flowers in early spring
Foliage turning from green to fiery red in autumn
Small tree growing to 4x4m in 20 years
Hardy tree thriving in all but chalky soils
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Clusters of snow-white blossoms
Elegant weeping shape
Compact cherry only reaching 2.5m tall after 10 years, perfect for front gardens or smaller spaces
Blooming in the spring
Suitable for most well-drained, moist soil types
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

A profusion of deep magenta purple flowers in spring
Copper-red foliage matures to a dark forest green before turning yellow/bronze in the autumn
Small purple crab apples appear in autumn and stay until winter
Not suitable for culinary use but the birds love them and will flock to your garden
Grow as a focal point in a lawn, as part of a hedge or in wildlife gardens
Malus Profusion Improved is an improved version of the popular Malus Profusion and is much less prone to apple scab as well as being drought and pollution tolerant
Beneficial to pollinating insects
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Very popular, native tree
Distinctive, rounded, light green foliage with a silvery sheen
Compact size - 6x4m - Ideal for smaller gardens
Provides all-year round interest to your garden with enchantingly beautiful colours for each season Produces clusters of creamy white flowers in late spring, followed by vibrant orange-red berries in autumn, perfect for adding a splash of colour to your gardenMORE
Steeped in folklore, known as a protective tree against witches and believed to have saved the life of the god Thor In Norse mythology, the Rowan tree is known as the tree from which the first woman was made, and legend has it that it saved the life of the god Thor by bending over a fast flowing river in the Underworld in which he was being swept away, managing to grab the tree and get back to shore safelyMORE
Adds winter interest
Attracts native wildlife Sorbus tree berries are a favourite food of birds, providing a food-source late in the yearMORE
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

A wonderfully versatile, eyecatching little cherry blossom with a weeping habit and clouds of snow white blossom
Subtly scented clusters of single, snowy white flowers throughout March and April, looking like flurries of snow flakes
Bright, mid-green foliage takes on warm shades of red, yellow and orange in the autumn
Growing to just 3 x 3m, this is a great choice of specimen tree for a front garden, mixed border or patio
Looks delicate but is actually tough, fully hardy, pollution tolerant and tolerant of waterlogged soils
The strongly weeping branches can be allowed to cascade naturally all the way to the ground, or can be pruned a short distance from the ground
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

This is the tree to get you started on making those delicious Crabapple jams
The fruit has a plum-like size, full of flavour and with high level of pectin making jams easy to set
Alternatively you can leave the abundance of orange fruit for the pollinators, they will love it
Springtime will bring delicate white flowers opening from pink buds
Foliage will also bring some delight with its mid-green colour turning into autumnal shades of orange, yellow and bronze
With its upright habit, this Crabapple grows to 4.5x4.5m
Easy to maintain and hardy tree, thriving in all moist and well-drained soils
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

A well-shaped, compact flowering cherry with vibrant pink blossom and impressive autumn colour
At just under 3 x 3m, this is the ideal flowering tree for a smaller garden
Early flowering between March-April with clusters of deep pink, single flowers
Red-bronze foliage matures to mid-green before taking on warm red and gold tones in the autumn
Attracts pollinators to your garden and provides vital nectar and pollen for early bees
RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Deep magenta goblet-shaped flowers
Dark burgundy flower buds in winter
Rich green, bushy foliage
Compact tree (4x4m) perfect for front gardens
A riot of colour every spring!
RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Distinctive colour contrast of deep purple leaves and pale pink flowers
Stems also accompany the colour scheme of the tree
Small red berries will attract birds
Ideal for small spaces growing to 4x4m
Hardy tree thriving in all but for chalky soils
Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE
Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE

Known as the Japanese Star Magnolia
Covered in white blooms with a tint of powder pink every spring
Starburst shaped flowers with a soft fragrance
Green foliage with a hint of bronze
Easy care tree needing very little pruning
RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming leggy, and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE