Nanking Bush Cherry – Prunus tomentosa 10 Seeds | Edible Hardy Fast-Growing Shrub Showy Spring Flowers | Tart Red Fruit | Great for Hedges & Wildlife

Grow your own hardy, fruit-producing shrub with this pack of 10 Nanking Bush Cherry seeds. Prunus tomentosa is a fast-growing, cold-tolerant shrub prized for its beautiful spring flowers and flavorful early summer fruit.

In mid-spring, pink buds open into fragrant white blossoms that cover the branches. By early summer, plants produce abundant 1/2-inch, dark red, tart cherry-like fruits that are delicious fresh and excellent for pies, jellies, juice, and wine. Birds also love the fruit, making this an outstanding choice for wildlife gardens.

This rounded, upright, densely twiggy shrub grows 6–10 feet tall and wide. It can be planted individually, massed in borders, or spaced 4–5 feet apart to create an edible hedge or windbreak. The attractive reddish-brown exfoliating bark and yellow fall color add multi-season interest.

You will receive:
✔️ 10 Nanking Cherry seeds
✔️ Botanical variety: Prunus tomentosa
✔️ Fresh, untreated seeds
✔️ Labeled packaging with sowing instructions
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Nanking Cherry, Chinese Bush Cherry
Botanical Name: Prunus tomentosa
Plant Type: Fruiting deciduous shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Best in loamy, well-drained, slightly acidic soil; adaptable
Watering: Low to moderate
Mature Height: 6–10 feet
Spread: 6–10 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 3–7
Drought Tolerance: Good; tolerates wind and dryness
Maintenance: Low
Container Friendly: Yes (with pruning)

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Stratify warm for 30 days, then cold for 90 days at about 40°F in a moist medium. Sow 1/2 inch deep in well-drained soil.