Cherry (Prunus)
Family: Rosaceae
Cherries are important crop plants on a global scale. Grown in orchards in temperate regions, they are shipped worldwide as fresh fruit, preserved fruit, and juice. They are challenging but rewarding trees for home gardeners, providing a bounty of sweet cherries when grown under ideal conditions. Their flowers provide a spectacular springtime display.
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economic, fruit, sun, tree
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Cultivation: Medium-sized tree for USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 20' to 30' (6 m to 9 m) tall with a spread of 20' to 30' (6 m to 9 m).
Flowering: Blooms from early spring through late spring.
Fruiting: Bears fruit from mid-summer through late summer.
Propagation: grafting.
Size: Reaches 20' to 30' (6 m to 9 m) tall with a spread of 20' to 30' (6 m to 9 m).
Flowering: Blooms from early spring through late spring.
Fruiting: Bears fruit from mid-summer through late summer.
Propagation: grafting.