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Growing Info

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

Stratification: warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Eastern Canada, North America, Northeastern USA

Native

Introduced

Prunus pensylvanicaPrunus pensylvanica

Fire Cherry, Pin Cherry

In Stock: 3.5 g (grams) (Total:0.008lb)

Prunus pensylvanica

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0.00772 lb PA

Details

Germination:

76%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

15,484

Quantity:

0.00772 lb

Collected in:

Pennsylvania

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836158

Characteristics

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Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Growing Info

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

Stratification: warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Eastern Canada, North America, Northeastern USA

Native

Introduced

Transform your landscape with the remarkable Prunus pensylvanica, commonly known as Fire Cherry, Pin Cherry, and Bird Cherry. Native to vast areas of Canada and the Appalachian Mountains, this deciduous tree thrives in the cooler climates.. Perfectly adapted to disturbed environments, Fire Cherry is a pioneer species renowned for its rapid colonization and invaluable role in ecological restoration, particularly in post-fire landscapes.

This stunning tree captures attention year-round with its vibrant display. In spring, flat-topped clusters of delicate white flowers with yellow-tipped stamens blossom, announcing the onset of warmer days. By summer's peak, bright red drupes adorn the tree, attracting a myriad of bird species, hence the name Bird Cherry. In the fall, its dark green leaves transform into a vivid mosaic of yellow to red hues, while its red/orange-brown bark, adorned with horizontal lenticels, adds unique winter charm.

Growing swiftly to heights of 25-30 feet, this shrubby tree forms dense thickets with a lifespan of 20-40 years. It offers crucial ecological benefits, providing nesting materials, food, and cover for wildlife, while its root system enriches the soil for future forest generations.

Fire Cherry favors sunny locations with well-drained, sandy soils. Best suited for naturalized settings or meadows, it transforms spaces into vibrant wildlife havens, but isn't ideal for shaded gardens. This keystone species supports an impressive array of Lepidoptera, vital for maintaining balanced ecosystems. Native tribes have historically harvested its sour cherries for a variety of culinary delights.