ᐅ Planting a Weeping Cherry Tree in a Small Garden

We are planning to buy a mid-terrace house in the near future, and as is often the case, the garden isn’t very large—about 6.5 meters wide and 8 meters long (21 feet and 26 feet).
I’m dreaming of planting a weeping ornamental cherry tree (Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula') in connection with my main living space. It will grow to about 5 meters high and 3–4 meters wide (16 feet high and 10–13 feet wide). Do you think that is feasible?
Or is such a tree too large for a small garden? I’m considering planting it as far back as possible in the left rear corner (when viewed from the terrace). What are the typical regulations regarding the distance to the boundary with the neighboring property, the house, etc.?

Best regards

Hi Elvsiett,

That would work, but it’s quite tight. There wouldn’t be much space left in the garden. If you don’t mind that, you can certainly plant the tree.

Regards, Paul

I also believe that you can calmly plant trees around the building first – after all, it takes a while for them to grow to full size.

Even though this topic has long been settled, it still triggers one of the most common neighborhood disputes. On a small plot like this, only apple shrubs should be planted at most. A large cherry tree will only cause problems. Fallen fruit in the neighbor’s garden, leaves, branches hanging over the property line, casting shade. You also need to enter the neighbor’s property to prune it, which can lead to serious conflicts depending on the neighbor. No one benefits if the tree has to be cut down after 10 years.