Kuril cherry 'Brilliant'

Appearance: a very attractive upright shrub, up to 2 m in height and width, dense, very slow-growing.

Flowers: numerous, large, pure white, blooms before the leaves unfold.

Fruits: glossy black cherries, about 1 cm in diameter, edible.

Leaves: broadly elliptic, elongated, pointed, dark green, bright red in autumn, shed in September.

Requirements: sun, prefers warmth, winter-hardy, requires protection from wind.

Soils: relatively dry or moist, from acidic to alkaline, on any well-drained substrates.

Zone: 6b