Nanking Chinese Dwarf Cherry Tree Seeds (Prunus tomentosa) Fruit Fast, Hardy-2
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Seller |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Climate | Zones 2-7 |
| Common Name | Nanking Cherry Tree |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor |
| Color | Beige |
| Growth Habit | Climbing & Clumping |
| MPN | N/A |
| Soil Type | Clay |
| Brand | SeedHead |
| Season Of Interest | Spring |
| Soil PH | Alkaline |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Watering | Light |
| Genus | Prunus |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Features | Air Purifying |
| Cultivating Difficulty | Easy |
| Country/Region Of Manufacture | United States |
Nanking Chinese Dwarf Cherry Tree Seeds (Prunus tomentosa) Nanking Cherries, like Sour Cherry Varieties, Contains Rich Amounts of Vitamins A and C, as well as Calcium and Iron. The Tart Cherries Contain Anthocyanin, the Compound that Gives the Fruit it's Rouge Hue. This Phytochemical gives Nanking Cherries Powerful Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties. The Fruit can Also Help Lower Uric Acid Levels in the Blood, which can Result in Gout. The Nanking Cherry, Botanically known as Prunus tomentosa, is a Popular Shrub that is Grown for Both it's Appearance and it's Fruit. In the Spring, the Dense Shrub is Covered in Beautiful White to Pale Pink Flowers. Often referred to as Nanking Bush Cherry, the Fruiting Shrub is Cultivated in Eastern Russia and is Popular Among Home Gardeners in the United States.Nanking cherry tolerate extreme temperature variation from -40 to 90 °F in a single season. They prefer arid weather, and are well suited to the Intermountain West. They will tolerate part-sun but prefer and will fruit more heavily with 8-hours or more of full sun exposure. Plants prefer alkaline soil, tolerating soil pH of 8.0 pH and possibly higher. Preference is for well-drained, sandy soils, but they adapt easily to most locations. soil preparation is recommended. Have soil tested and add nutrients to the recommended specifications. Add organic matter to the soil as compost, manure or similar material and incorporate deeply. Control perennial weeds with non-residual herbicides or repeated tillage. Perennial weed control is much easier before planting. Fall is the best time to transplant Nanking cherries so the trees can establish over the late fall and spring before hot summer temperatures. However, spring, and even summer plantings are possible. If you plant during the summer, take extra care to make sure irrigation is adequate. Typically, 6 to 10 feet between plantings for hedges and windbreaks works well, or 8 to 15 feet between stand-alone plants. This allows for easy access for pruning and harvest. ZONES 2-7Nanking Cherry Germination:1) Scarify seeds by rubbing with rough grit sandpaper, and nick a few shallow places in the seed shell, being careful not to go deep.2) Soak seeds in water for 24 hours.3) Seeds need cold stratification to break dormancy. Place seeds in a zip lock bag filled with moist peat moss or vermiculite. Place inside the fridge for 100 days. Periodically check to ensure they stay slightly moist, but not overly wet. Using a spray bottle to mist when needed is the easiest way.4) Plant seeds appx. 1/4" deep, and keep the soil at 75 degrees F.5) Expect germination within 2-4 weeks.