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Flowering Cherry Tree (Prunus)

Flowering Cherry Tree

Flowering Cherries are probably the best-loved and most popular flowering fruit trees grown. This tree has gorgeous pink flowers that cover the entire tree in the mid to late spring followed by green leave in the summer. This tree does not produce cherries to eat. This flowering cherry tree prefers acidic or alkaline soil and performs best in partial to full sun. This tree can reach a mature height of 25'. Prune after flowering to shape and remove dead branches. Mulch to keep moist and cool. This deciduous tree is hardy between zones 2-8.

Bare root trees will arrive to you in a plastic tube via the United States Priority Mail or UPS. The roots will be wrapped in damp shredded paper to insure freshness. The tops of some trees have been intentionally cut back to encourage branching and to help the tree survive the transplant. All bare-root trees will need planted as quick as possible. Even if it is still cold outside, plant your tree shortly after it arrives and water thoroughly and frequently. Dig a hole approximately twice the size of the tree's root. Fill the bottom half of the hole with topsoil and plant the tree in the top half with the base of the tree at the soil line or just below. Mulch your tree with 2" of shredded hardwood bark to insulate the roots and prevent water from evaporating around the tree. Your newly transplanted tree will need a lot of care the first year. It is not uncommon for a newly planted tree to die back a little or even loose its first set of leaves the first year. Do not fertilize your tree the first year, but do give it plenty of water. Once your tree is established (after the first year), it will require little care.

 

 

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