Prunus avium

Prunus avium

Prunus avium, also known as bird cherry or cherry, is a majestic deciduous tree native to Europe and Western Asia.

It reaches approximately 20 meters in height.

The leaves are elliptical or obovate with a pointed tip and serrated margins. They are thin and delicate, smooth on top and paler underneath, and have tufts of hairs at the vein axils. In autumn, these leaves turn a striking yellow or orange-red color.

The flowers are white, hermaphrodite, gathered in corymbs on long stalks, which appear from April to May, just before the leaves emerge.

The fruits are small, spherical drupes that can be various shades of red, sometimes yellow or almost black. They are usually sweet, and their flesh is juicy. These fruits are suitable for eating raw, but also for preserves such as juices, jellies, jams, and liqueurs.

Prunus avium grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with a neutral or slightly alkaline pH. It prefers a sunny, warm location, sheltered from frosty winds.

It is completely frost-hardy.

Every order is accompanied by a receipt or (upon request) an invoice, a delivery note compliant with WIORiN requirements, and a plant passport, if required.

The seeds we offer are of high quality and intended for both nurseries and amateurs.

Seed Handling Instructions:

Soak the seeds in water for 24 hours. Transfer the seeds to a moist substrate and refrigerate at 3-8°C for 90 to 120 days.

After stratification, sow the seeds in the ground or in pots in spring. Water regularly but avoid overwatering.

Provide a sunny and warm location.

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