Juliet Bush Cherry

Sweet cherry, self-pollinating

Botanical Name- Prunus x cerasus 'Juliet'

Pronunciation- PROO-nus ser-AY-sus

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 15 ft

Mature Height- 10 ft

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Well drained

Current Size- #7

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Spring

Companion Plants- Hiba Arborvitae 'Nana' – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds

Plant Habit- Shrub

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - BVGC

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