Prunus avium

Prunus avium: Characteristics and Care

The Prunus avium, popularly known as the cherry tree, is a deciduous fruit tree known for its showy white blossoms in early spring, prior to leaf emergence, and for its sweet red fruits, highly valued both fresh and in confectionery.

Its spectacular spring blossoms and productive value make it a highly valued option for both orchards and ornamental fruit gardens.

It requires a certain number of winter chill hours to fruit correctly; it tolerates different soil types well, provided they have good drainage.

At Ornacom, we directly cultivate each specimen, ensuring a balanced habit and abundant fruiting from the first years of planting.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

3/5 · medio — riego regular en época cálida; dejar respirar el suelo entre aportes

Soil / moisture

Fresh; well-drained

Bloom

Summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

3–8

Compatible climates

Cfb, Cfa, Dfb, Dfa, Csb

Tolerance to humid climate

3/5 · media

Maintenance

Development

5/5 · 10–20 m · crecimiento rápido — menor sobre patrones enanizantes

Pests

4/5 · alta — pulgones, ácaros/polillas, monilia, cribado, abolladura y chancro bacteriano

Pass

4/5 · alto — programa frutal según análisis de suelo/hoja; fraccionar N y reforzar K sin excederse

  • Warning

It does not tolerate waterlogged soil; rain/humidity during flowering and ripening increases disease and cracking.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

3/5 · medio — riego regular en época cálida; dejar respirar el suelo entre aportes

Soil / moisture

Fresh; well-drained

Bloom

Mainly summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

3–8

Compatible climates

Cfb, Cfa, Dfb, Dfa, Csb

Tolerance to humid climate

3/5 · media

Maintenance

Development

5/5 · 10–20 m · crecimiento rápido — menor sobre patrones enanizantes

Pests

4/5 · alta — pulgones, ácaros/polillas, monilia, cribado, abolladura y chancro bacteriano

Pass

4/5 · alto — programa frutal según análisis de suelo/hoja; fraccionar N y reforzar K sin excederse

  • Warning

It does not tolerate waterlogged soil; rain/humidity during flowering and ripening increases disease and cracking.

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