Germination01
60-120 days
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Black Cherry Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit
BOTANICAL NAMEPrunus serotina
USD 14.99
100 in stock
The black cherry is a stately native tree with spring flowers, dark summer fruit, and prized hardwood.
GERMINATION60-120 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)
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Light02
Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)
Temperature03
33-40F (cold stratification)
Hardiness04
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Black Cherry care, from seed onward.
- Botanical name
- Prunus serotina
- Common names
- Wild Black Cherry
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Genus
- Prunus
- Species
- P. serotina
Start growing
Full sun. Fast growing pioneer species.
Growing with your kit
Seeds In A Cup® demonstrates tree identification via the distinct bark and leaf patterns on young saplings.
Propagation
Seed (birds spread them everywhere).
Seasonal growth & harvest
Prolific seeder; berries ripen in late summer.
Growing conditions
Woodlands and fence rows.
Weather & tolerances
Drought tolerant.
Pests & plant health
Eastern tent caterpillar (major host).
Plant safety
Wilting leaves are highly toxic to livestock (cyanide). Fruit pits are toxic.
Botanical features
A large forest tree (not just a shrub). Bark looks like 'burnt cornflakes'. Fruit is small, dark, and bitter-sweet.
Varieties
Forest timber types.
Native range & distribution
Eastern North America.
Conservation
Secure.
Name origins
Latin ‘serotina’ (late), as it blooms/fruits later than other cherries.
History
The bark was historically used in cough syrups and tonics.
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Do Black Cherry Tree seeds need cold stratification?
Yes — Black Cherry Tree seeds are raw and untreated, so they need a cold, moist rest to break dormancy. Mix them into the damp soil, cover with the lid, and chill the planter in the refrigerator for several weeks, then move it somewhere warm and bright.
How long do Black Cherry Tree seeds take to germinate?
Black Cherry Tree seeds typically sprout in 60-90 days at 33-40F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.
Can I grow Black Cherry Tree indoors, and is it hardy in my area?
You start Black Cherry Tree indoors in any climate using the kit. Once established it can be moved outdoors in cherry, or kept in a container in colder regions.
Growing details are supplied in the Seeds In A Cup® product catalog. Follow the instructions included with your specific kit.
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