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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Europe, temperate Asia

Native

Introduced

Prunus padusPrunus padus

Birdcherry, European Bird Cherry

In Stock: 18.674 lb (Total:27.376lb)

Prunus padus

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18.67 lb

6.06 lb WA

4.18 lb

Details

Germination:

99%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

9,798

Quantity:

18.67 lb

Collected in:

Slovenia

Crop year:

2001

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

10926

Characteristics

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Australia, Canada, South Africa

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Europe, temperate Asia

Native

Introduced

Discover the charm of Prunus padus, commonly known as European Bird Cherry, an ornamental tree that's a true asset to any landscape. A member of the Rosaceae family, this deciduous beauty graces gardens with its stunning, fragrant white blossoms arranged in pendulous racemes each spring, attracting birds and butterflies. Native to temperate Asia and Europe, it thrives in USDA Zones 3 to 6, reaching heights of 20 to 40 feet with an equal spread. European Bird Cherry's adaptability to different soil types and its low maintenance make it an ideal choice for use as a shade or street tree, lending elegance to sunny or partially shaded areas. Its dark green, elliptic to obovate leaves transition to a vibrant yellow in fall, providing seasonal interest. Although its small, black cherries are too bitter for humans, they are a favorite among birds. Resistant to most pests and diseases, this tree offers striking spring flowers as its standout ornamental feature, making it a popular choice for those looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with minimal effort while supporting local wildlife.