Prunus ‘Starlight’® Flowering Cherry Tree - 12Ltr Pot
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Prunus ‘Starlight’® Flowering Cherry Tree - 12Ltr Pot
Prunus ‘Starlight’® Flowering Cherry Tree – 12Ltr Pot is an award-winning ornamental flowering cherry tree, celebrated for its striking pure white, star-shaped blooms and reliable performance in UK gardens. Crowned RHS Plant of the Year 2024, this compact flowering cherry delivers exceptional spring interest, elegant structure and beautiful autumn colour.
Key Features
- RHS Plant of the Year 2024 winner for outstanding garden performance
- Unique pure white, star-shaped flowers appear from late March into April
- Compact, bushy habit ideal for smaller gardens and landscaped spaces
- Tolerant of chalk and clay soils, making it suitable for a wide range of UK conditions
- Fragrant spring flowers attract pollinators and add seasonal interest
- Excellent autumn foliage colour for extended ornamental value
Product Description
Prunus ‘Starlight’® is a remarkable ornamental flowering cherry tree bred in the UK by renowned breeders Dr Radovan Boskovic and Kenneth Tobutt. This exceptional variety has quickly gained recognition for its distinctive flower form, producing masses of elegant, pure white blooms with narrow petals that resemble the flowers of Magnolia stellata. Flowering profusely from mid to late March, often continuing into April, it creates a stunning display that brightens gardens at the start of the growing season.
Developed from a cross between a sweet eating cherry and Prunus x subhirtella ‘Autumnalis Rosea’, this innovative flowering cherry combines beauty with resilience. Its parentage can occasionally result in a light flush of flowers during mild winter periods, while maintaining excellent resistance to frost damage. The graceful, bushy habit makes it an excellent choice for gardens where space is limited, while its manageable size allows it to be used as a focal point, specimen tree or feature within mixed planting schemes.
Prunus ‘Starlight’® performs exceptionally well throughout the UK and adapts to a wide range of soil types, including chalk and clay. It has demonstrated strong resistance to common issues, including blackfly aphids, making it a low-maintenance ornamental tree suitable for both experienced and novice gardeners. As the seasons change, its green foliage develops attractive autumn tones, extending its ornamental appeal well beyond spring.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Prunus ‘Starlight’®
- Common Name: Flowering Cherry Tree
- Brand: Frank P Matthews
- Pot Size: 12Ltr Pot
- Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
- Growth Habit: Bushy / Bush form
- Mature Height (after 10 years): Approximately 4m
- Mature Spread (after 10 years): Approximately 3m
- Flower Colour: Pure White
- Flowering Period: March to April
- Foliage Colour: Green
- Fragrance: Scented flowers
- Soil Types: Well-drained soil, chalk, clay and most garden soils
- Position: Full sun
- Autumn Interest: Attractive seasonal foliage colour
- RHS Plant of the Year: 2024
- UK Bred Variety: Yes
Planting & Care Tips
- Plant in a sunny position to encourage the best flowering display and autumn colour.
- Grow in well-drained soil, although this variety is highly adaptable to chalk and clay conditions.
- Water regularly during the first growing season while the root system establishes.
- Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and flowering.
- Minimal pruning is required; remove only damaged, crossing or unwanted branches when necessary.
Why Choose Prunus ‘Starlight’®?
If you're looking for a distinctive ornamental cherry tree with award-winning credentials, Prunus ‘Starlight’® Flowering Cherry Tree is an outstanding choice. Its unique star-shaped white flowers, compact size and excellent garden performance make it perfect for adding seasonal beauty to gardens of all sizes or as a memorable gift for a gardening enthusiast.
About Us
About Us
We are a family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant combined. We are proud to offer the very best gardening, home and outdoor living products alongside delicious, fresh, locally produced food and drink.
Awarded 'Best Garden Centre in the UK in 2018 & 2021 you can rest assured that we offer excellent products, plants and customer service.
Learn more about us and our story on the 'About Us' page.
Delivery
Delivery
Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!
We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.
Your Questions Answered...
What are the delivery options and prices?
We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.
- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).
The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.
New! Deliver to InPost Locker
Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.
- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.
Can someone else pick up my parcel?
Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.
Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?
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How do I track my delivery?
Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.
Who delivers my order?
Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.
What is kerbside pallet delivery?
Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.
We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.
What should I do if my order arrives damaged?
If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.
Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?
Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.
Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?
Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles
What is the warranty on my purchase?
All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.
Still have questions?
Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.
Returns
Returns
How do I return an item?
If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.
When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.
