Nanking Bush Cherry – Prunus tomentosa 30 Seeds | Edible Hardy Fast-Growing Shrub Showy Spring Flowers | Tart Red Fruit | Ideal for Hedge or Wildlife

Grow a hardy, fruit-producing shrub with this pack of 30 Nanking Bush Cherry seeds. Prunus tomentosa is a fast-growing, cold-tolerant shrub valued for its beautiful spring blossoms and flavorful early summer fruit.

In mid-spring, soft pink buds open into fragrant white flowers that cover the branches. By early summer, plants produce abundant 1/2-inch dark red, tart cherry-like fruits. The fruit can be eaten fresh and is excellent for pies, jellies, juice, and wine. Birds eagerly enjoy the harvest as well, making this a perfect addition to 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 a productive edible hedge or windbreak. Attractive reddish-brown exfoliating bark and yellow fall color add multi-season ornamental value.

You will receive:
✔️ 30 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 to many soils
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.