Wild Cherry (prunus avium)

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£72.00
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Bare-rooted trees available only between November and late April. Orders will only be dispatched during this period when the trees are not in active growth.

Price each per
1 Tree
10 Trees
25 Trees
100 Trees
1000 Trees
40-60cm
£2.10
£1.44
£1.05
£0.72
£0.60
​​​Prices stated do not include delivery and V.A.T. which will be added at the checkout.
Growing Wild Cherry Trees (Prunus avium)
  • Native deciduous tree (up to 20–30m tall) with stunning white blossom in spring – one of the most beautiful native flowering trees.
  • Vital early nectar and pollen source for bees and other pollinators; supports over 50 insect species.
  • Produces small red cherries in summer, eagerly eaten by birds (thrushes, blackbirds); provides nesting sites and habitat.
  • Spectacular golden-orange to red autumn foliage; attractive silvery-brown bark with horizontal bands.
  • Fast-growing, hardy, and tolerant of most well-drained soils; ideal for woodland edges, wildlife gardens, or as a specimen tree.
Planting Guide
  • Best time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.
  • Location: Full sun to partial shade; deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil (tolerates clay or chalk but dislikes shallow/wet sites); sheltered from strong winds; requires ample space – unsuitable for small gardens.
  • Preparation: Dig large hole twice root width; incorporate organic matter in poor soils.
  • Planting: Set at original depth (check trunk soil mark); stake young trees; firm in, water well, mulch base (keep clear of trunk) to reduce weed competition and conserve soil moisture.
  • Aftercare: Water regularly first few years in dry spells; minimal pruning; protect young trees from rabbits/deer. Birds will take the fruit the moment it turns red.
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