Wayside Gardens Cladrastis White Rain
Best low-maintenance flowering tree for small residential landscapes.
This is the rare tree that manages to be both a showstopper and a low-maintenance companion. While you sacrifice the rapid, aggressive growth of more common varieties, you gain a refined, weeping silhouette and year-round visual interest that feels curated rather than chaotic.
$58.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, fragrant early summer blooms
- Homeowners wanting year-round visual interest in their landscape
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance, adaptable landscape trees
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in storm-prone areas needing sturdy, wind-resistant trees
- Planners who might need to relocate the tree later
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, full-canopy shade coverage
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Visual Interest
Offers distinct beauty across all four seasons, from blooms to bark.
Landscape Versatility
Compact weeping habit fits perfectly into smaller residential garden footprints.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal upkeep once established, ideal for low-effort gardening.
Bloom Impact
Foot-long fragrant clusters create a dramatic, high-contrast spring display.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across zones 4 through 8, covering most temperate climates.
Growth Predictability
Moderate vigor ensures steady development without overwhelming its designated space.
Key Specs
Mature Height
8 Feet
Mature Width
6 Feet
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Hardiness Zones
4 - 8
Bloom Color
White
Habit
Weeping
Genus
Cladrastis
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Medium
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