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3 Native Black Cherry Tree (Prunus serotina) - 12-24 Inch Tall Live Potted Tree Sapling Add a powerhouse of ecological value and natural beauty to your landscape with our healthy, actively growing Black Cherry tree saplings.Measuring 12 to 24 inches tall and shipped rooted securely in its growing pot, this resilient native tree arrives ready to plant directly into your yard or transition into a larger container. Unlike bare root trees, potted saplings can be planted at almost any time of the year with virtually zero transplant shock! Why Choose Black Cherry? Ecological Superstar: Supports hundreds of native butterfly, moth, and bird species with its pollen, leaves, and fruit. Spring Blossoms & Fall Color: Features cascading white flower clusters in spring, followed by glossy green summer l

Wild Black Cherry Tree (Prunus serotina) are recognized year-round by the dark, scaly bark, that flips up on their edges, in mature trees, often characterized as a burnt potato chip texture. The flowers are white in color and grow in long clusters attracting many pollinators. It's name comes from the both the color of the bark and edible fruits. The tree grows to about 60-115 ft tall. It range is from Ontario/Quebec south to central Florida; east from the coast west to Arizona and Mexico. The flowers on the tree are 5" long at the end of leafy twigs with 13" white flowers clusters, that come out in the spring. The fruits are 3/4"round black-purple in color when ripe.

3 Black Cherry Tree 12-24in Potted Sapling Prunus Serotina Live Plant Native Fruit Tree
3 Black Cherry Tree 12-24in Potted Sapling Prunus Serotina Live Plant Native Fruit Tree

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Species Spotlight: Black Cherry | Three Rivers Park District

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a tree in the middle of a grassy field
a tree in the middle of a grassy field
Wild Cherry/ Black Cherry Tree  (PRUNUS SEROTINA)  Seed's Ready For Planting
Wild Cherry/ Black Cherry Tree (PRUNUS SEROTINA) Seed's Ready For Planting

Black Cherry Tree Facts

If you are looking for a fast-growing, large tree, then the Black Cherry Tree might just be the answer. Prunus serotina is a wildlife magnet and adored by pollinators. In spring, its scented white blooms appear before its purple-black fruits develop in late summer. A tall tree, this cherry reaches a final height of up to 80 feet.    Native to parts of Central and Northern America, the Black Cherry Tree is ideal for growing in USDA zones 3 to 9. Forming a large canopy as it matures, the Black Cherry Tree is a great specimen for providing shade.  Perfect for growing as a specimen tree or for attracting more wildlife to your garden.  Black Cherry Tree Care With its vigorous, vertical growth, care must be taken at the time of planting to avoid any overhead problems down the line. The Black Che

black and white photograph of tree branches with flowers in the foreground, on a foggy day
black and white photograph of tree branches with flowers in the foreground, on a foggy day
How to Identify Black Cherry Trees – [Coloring Sheets Included]
How to Identify Black Cherry Trees – [Coloring Sheets Included]

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Out My Backdoor: Benefits of Black Cherry Trees | Department Of Natural Resources Division

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the trunk of a tree with brown and white bark
the trunk of a tree with brown and white bark
some black cherries are hanging from a tree
some black cherries are hanging from a tree
a tree with lots of pink flowers on it's branches and foggy sky in the background
a tree with lots of pink flowers on it's branches and foggy sky in the background
Black Cherry Tree
Black Cherry Tree
a large tree sitting on the side of a road next to a lush green field
a large tree sitting on the side of a road next to a lush green field
Out My Backdoor: Benefits of Black Cherry Trees | Department Of Natural Resources Division
Out My Backdoor: Benefits of Black Cherry Trees | Department Of Natural Resources Division