Black Cherry – Prunus serotina 10 Tree Seeds | Edible Native Cherry | Fast Growing Hardwood Wildlife Friendly • Timber Tree • Beautiful Fall Color

Grow one of North America’s most valuable native hardwood trees with Black Cherry (Prunus serotina). Known for its fragrant spring flowers, edible dark cherries, brilliant fall color, and high-quality timber, this fast-growing tree is ideal for woodland plantings and natural landscapes.

Black Cherry typically grows 40–60 feet tall (occasionally up to 100 feet) with a straight trunk and oval crown. In spring, it produces long, drooping clusters of small white fragrant flowers that attract pollinators. By early summer, dark red to nearly black cherries ripen and are enjoyed by songbirds and wildlife. The fruit is edible for humans and commonly used for jelly, wine, and flavoring.

In autumn, leaves turn beautiful shades of yellow, orange, or red depending on growing conditions.

This species is:
• Cold hardy (Zones 4–9)
• Heat and drought tolerant
• Salt tolerant
• Long-lived
• Valuable for furniture-grade hardwood

Perfect for woodland gardens, homesteads, wildlife habitat, and reforestation projects.

Seeds are not pretreated.

You will receive:
✔️ 10 Black Cherry seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed sowing instructions
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Black Cherry
Botanical Name: Prunus serotina
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full Sun (will not tolerate shade)
Soil: Adaptable; performs best in rich, moist, well-drained soil
Watering: Moderate
Mature Height: 40–60 feet (up to 100 feet)
Spread: 35–50 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 4–9

💡 Germination Instructions

1. Soak seeds in water for 24 hours

2. Cold stratify 120 days at 40°F in moist (not wet) medium

3. Sow 1/2 inch deep

4. Keep evenly moist (not wet)

Best planted in a permanent location, as mature trees do not like root disturbance.