Nanking, Cherry Seed
Nanking Cherry Seed
- Pale pink blossoms open in early spring, often before the leaves appear
- Sweet-tart red cherries ripen in early summer for jams and juice
- Dense, spreading growth makes a handy informal hedge or shelterbelt
- Fuzzy-leaved, easy-care shrub shrugs off cold winters, strong wind and dry spells with ease
Key Attributes
About Nanking, Cherry Seed
Cold, windy regions call for a tough, bushy shrub like this one, a handy choice for informal hedges and shelterbelts. Nanking Cherry (Prunus tomentosa) covers itself in pale pink blossoms in early spring, often before the leaves appear, then follows up with small, bright red cherries in early summer that are sweet-tart and great for fresh eating, jams and juice. Its soft, fuzzy leaves and dense, spreading habit round out its appeal.
Growing details
Plant profile
Seed & variety
Before Planting
Planting
Watering
Fertilizer
Harvesting
Tips
Pests & Diseases
Watch for brown rot on fruit and leaf spot in humid weather. Good airflow and clearing fallen fruit reduce problems.
Birds love the fruit, so net bushes if you want the harvest. Aphids and tent caterpillars occasionally appear and can be hosed off or pruned out.
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