Prunus avium - "Gean" or "Wild Cherry"
Height in 3 litre pot approx. 30/60cm.
This medium sized to large deciduous tree is one of the most attractive in our native woodlands. It has smooth grey bark which turns mahogany-red with age and clusters of white flowers that open with the leaves in spring. The small, shiny fruits are reddish-purple and the leaves turn crimson in the autumn. It is the parent of most sweet fruiting cherries. After 10 years in reasonable growing conditions it will reach a height of up to 6m (20ft) It is native in Britain.
Planting:
If you are planting straight away soak the roots in a bucket of water for half an hour beforehand. If you are unable to plant it immediately stand it upright somewhere sheltered until you are ready, making sure the root ball is kept moist. Make the hole for planting plenty big enough to accommodate all the roots easily. Incorporate compost and general fertilizer or bone meal into the soil before backfilling. Firm in and water well to settle the soil around the roots. We do not recommend digging a hole before the tree arrives - it should be done at the time of planting. During the first growing season, keep well watered in any dry spells.
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