Description
Rootstock: 90 - 120cm
The Wild Cherry is a striking tree that offers year-round beauty and value to any garden or woodland. In spring, it bursts with clusters of delicate white or pale pink flowers, followed by small, tart cherries in autumn, which are often quickly devoured by birds.
Its foliage transitions through vivid red, orange, and yellow hues in autumn, making it a vibrant seasonal highlight.
Prunus Avium (Wild Cherry) Bare Root Hedging is also a very attractive and versatile option for creating a seasonal, wildlife-friendly hedge. It is well-suited for heights of 1.5 to 4 meters, growing at a fast rate of 20–40 cm per year. You can combine with other native plants to create a dense, diverse hedgerow.
Wild Cherry is not only visually appealing; it also serves as an important habitat for wildlife, attracting a variety of birds and insects. Its shiny reddish-brown bark, adorned with cream-colored lenticels, adds texture and interest to the landscape, while its wood is prized for its reddish-brown color in furniture making.
Key Features:
- Flowers: White or pale pink blooms in spring
- Fruit: Tart, deep-red cherries in autumn (preferred by birds)
- Foliage: Bright red, orange, and yellow autumn colors
- Wildlife: Supports insects, birds, and other wildlife
- Bark: Shiny reddish-brown with cream lenticels
- Wood: Used for furniture due to its rich hue
Care Requirements:
- Position: Full sun to dappled shade
- Soil: Well-drained, neutral to acidic soil
- Height/Spread: 40ft (12m) height, 20ft (6m) spread; mature trees can reach 30m
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
- Lifespan: Up to 60 years
Check out our blog post on "How to plant a bare root hedge" here.
