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Prunus serotina

Also Known As

Black Cherry
Capulin
Rum Cherry

Plant type

tree

size

H: 100'
W: 30'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Prunus serotina plant details

Prunus serotina is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus serotina

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT wide, 100 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus serotina

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An attractive large tree (to 90'!) from the Eastern United States to Central America, profuse white blooms in spring, lush green summer leaves and fine rose fall color, the fruits which turn from red to black are too bitter to eat out of hand, but they make delicious preserves, the fruit have also long been used to flavor brandy and whiskey; the warm reddish wood is used for gun stocks, cabinets and musical instruments. S/M/GDr