Wild Cherry (Prunus avium subsp. avium) seeds
- The archetype of the sweet cherry. Ist black cherries are bitter-sweet and are highly appreciated by birds.
- Contents: Approx. 10 seeds
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
Regular price:
€4.59
Product number: CER01 GTIN: 4250601201658
Description
The wild variety of the sweet cherry, also known as bird cherry. Very aromatic, pleasantly slightly bitter fruits.
Plant profile
| Lifecycle | Hardy, Perennial |
|---|---|
| Species | Rosaceae |
| Characteristics | Needs cold to germinate |
| Eventual height | > 5 m |
| Flower colour | White |
| Flowering months | April, May |
| Main harvest | August, July |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | October, September |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 1 cm |
| Germination temperature | 3-5°C |
| Germination time | irregular |
| Sunlight | Shade |
| Planting distance | 150 cm |
| Row spacing | 3 m |
Sowing and care
Up to 18m high tree. Blooms from April to May. Loves slightly moister locations. The tree seeds germinate best after a 2-3 months long cold period (stratifying). Therefore, the seeds should be sown into the seedbed as early as possible.
Other names
Botanical name: Prunus avium subsp. avium, Cerasus avium
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