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Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)
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Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)
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Showy flowers in the spring produce bittersweet fruits that can be made into jelly or wine. Host plant for moths and butterflies.
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Showy flowers in the spring produce bittersweet fruits that can be made into jelly or wine. Host plant for moths and butterflies.
Uses: Edible, bees, butterflies
Bloom time: April - May
Height: 50 to 90 feet
Space: 20 to 40 feet
Sun: Full sun to light shade
Moisture: Dry to moist
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Why is this tree only a 2-star?
Asked by:
David Halpin
- 6/5/2018
A:
The trees get sort of tall, with few limbs and foliage down low. Would be better in the back yard, or behind shorter trees/ shrubs.
The rating is subjective, so it might be just right for your situation. Here is another perspective that provides at least one 4-star review for black cherry as a showy bloomer that is good for attracting bees: http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a914
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do I need 2 plants for fruit?
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brian Keck
- 3/28/2020
A:
No, one plant should produce fruit.
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Last year around October, I purchased and planted a black cherry tree from the Wildflower Nursery. It is growing well, but the leaves started to turn yellow/brown this August. Do you know what might be causing this? Thanks!
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SM
- 9/3/2019
A:
It could be too much or too little water. It could also be a fungal disease called Cherry Leaf Spot, which may occur during humid weather. Treatment includes pruning and leaf removal. There may also be fungicides available.
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How tall are the wild black cherry trees in the one gallon size? Are these the native tree?
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Elly
- 3/23/2020
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Right now, they are about 2 feet tall. They are native.
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I have a small property and this tree tops out around ninety feet. Would it be reasonable for me to plant one and heavily prune it’s height to reap its hosting benefits?
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Joseph K
- 2/19/2021
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