Eastern Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) is a large, deciduous tree native to eastern North America, known for its attractive white flowers, dark red to black edible fruits, and va
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young. Established trees tolerate drought but benefit from deep watering during dry spells.
Soil
Prefers deep, moist, fertile, well-drained loamy soils. Tolerates a range of soil types including sandy and clay soils, but performs best in slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.0-7.0). Good drainage is crucial.
Temperature
Extremely hardy, tolerating a wide range of temperatures from -30°C to 30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally not needed for established trees in good soil. Use balanced fertilizer if growth is poor.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, tolerates partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young. Established trees tolerate drought but benefit from deep watering during dry spells.
Prefers deep, moist, fertile, well-drained loamy soils. Tolerates a range of soil types including sandy and clay soils, but performs best in slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.0-7.0). Good drainage is crucial.
Extremely hardy, tolerating a wide range of temperatures from -30°C to 30°C.
Outdoor
Generally not needed for established trees in good soil. Use balanced fertilizer if growth is poor.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Fruit, Ornamental, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-30 m
Spread
9-15 m
Growth Rate
Medium to Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderRosales
- familyRosaceae
- genusPrunus
- speciesPrunus serotina
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Edible
Yes
All parts of the black cherry tree, except the ripe fruit pulp, contain cyanogenic glycosides. These compounds release hydrogen cyanide when ingested, which is highly toxic. Wilted leaves are particularly dangerous as the glycosides are more readily conve