Black Cherry
Prunus Serotina
Overview
The Black Cherry, Prunus serotina, is a deciduous native known for its fast growth, reaching up to 50-80 feet tall with a spread of 35-50 feet. Its fragrant white flowers bloom in late spring, followed by purplish-black edible fruits that attract wildlife. Fall foliage is a striking yellow to red. Preferring zones 3-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts to various soils, though it favors moist, well-drained conditions.
Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–9
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 50–80 Ft.
- Mature width
- 30–60 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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