Rum Cherry Tree
Price:  $8.95
Description:
Prunus serotina
Other common names: black cherry, rum cherry, wild cherry
Shipping Height: 2-4 feet.
Mature Height: 50-60 ft. It is a moderately long-lived tree, with ages of up to 258 years known.
Soil / Climate: Grows in moist, rich soils, as well as light, sandy soil. Zones: 4-9
Notes: Trees are hardy, fast growing, and long-lived. Leaves are oval with thinly pointed tips. Autumn colors are yellow to orange-red. Flowers are small and white. Fruit bears every 3 to 4 years. Fruit is dark purple, sweet and edible.
Fragrant flowers bloom in May. Has an almond-like odor when a young twig is scratched. Farmers are recommended to remove any trees that fall in a field containing livestock, because the wilted leaves could poison the animals. The fruit of Prunus serotina is suitable for making jam, cherry pies. They are also a popular flavoring for sodas and used in many ice creams, cooking and smoking foods. Cherry timber is considered the Premier timber for cabinetry. Wildlife: Fruit is eaten by the mallard, turkey, ruffed grouse, bobwhite, pheasant, many woodpeckers, and a wide variety of others.
Additional information on Prunus serotina can be found by clicking on the following link: USDA / NRCS PLANTS Database.
GROWING ZONES: 4-9 / SUN EXPOSURE: Full sun
Can't Ship To: AK, CA, HI

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Shipping: | Destination: United States |
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CUSTOM | $10.98 Flat Rate + .75 ea - SEE DISCOUNT BELOW | $10.98 | $0.75 | |
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Handling: | $0.00 |
Insurance: | Not Offered (Domestic)
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