Prunus serotina #3
Prunus serotina #3
Black Cherry
Fast growing native tree
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NATIVE - Fast growing?tree useful for naturalizing, as a food source for birds and other wildlife and as a host/food plant for more than 30 species of butterflies and moths. Used by our forefathers as a flavoring in cough syrup and jellies, the black cherry tree is a favorite to both man and game.
Botanical Name- Prunus serotina
Pronunciation- PROO-nus seh-ROH-tih-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 40 ft
Mature Height- 60 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun, part sun, shade
Soil Preferences- Average, well drained, very adaptable
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants- Burning Hearts Heliopsis – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C8
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune flowering varieties after bloom; water deeply in dry spells and watch for pests.
Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for fruiting types. Clay soil should be amended to prevent standing water.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Peach leaf curl, black knot, aphids
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