Origin
Mediterranean
Light
Full sun
Watering
Weekly
Care
Moderate
Flowering
Flowering
Edible & Fruit
Cerisier
With its explosion of white spring blossom and brilliant red fruit, the Cherry tree is among the most spectacular fruit trees in flower.
Care Profile
A guide to ensuring your botanical companion thrives.
Origin
Europe
Light
—
Watering
—
Maintenance
Moderate
The fleeting bloom of Europe and Asia Minor
Native to Europe and Asia Minor, the Cherry tree celebrates the arrival of spring with a white bloom so dense it hides its branches entirely.
Vigorous and decorative year-round, it produces glossy, highly prized cherries in early summer, and its precious wood is renowned in fine cabinetmaking.
"The Cherry tree blooms for only days, yet is remembered all year."
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Styling Tip 01
Full sun
Give it a sunny, well-ventilated position: this is the key to abundant, healthy fruiting.
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Styling Tip 02
Moderate watering
Water regularly in the first years; once established it fears excess water more than drought.
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Styling Tip 03
Light summer pruning
Prune in summer rather than winter to limit gum bleeding and wood diseases.
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Origin
Mediterranean
Light
Full sun
Watering
Rarely
Care
Easy
Flowering
Flowering