Sour Cherry Tree (Prunus cerasus L. - syn. Cerasus vulgaris)

Sour Cherry Tree (Prunus cerasus L. - syn. Cerasus vulgaris)

The Sour Cherry (Prunus cerasus L. - syn. Cerasus vulgaris) belongs botanically to the genus Prunus and to the family Rosaceae. It is a small deciduous fruit tree whose height can reach 9 to 10 m. Seeks sunny places, at altitudes up to 1800 m, and cold areas (-22 to -25 °C). It is grown in fertile, deep, cool, medium-textured soils, which are acidic to slightly alkaline, and well drained. The Sour Cherry has bi-toothed, elliptical, bright green leaves, and hermaphroditic, white, self-fertile flowers. It blooms rather late in the spring and ripens its fruits, which are drupes, from May to June. It bears fruit from the 3rd to the 4th year of cultivation, to reach normal yields in the 10th to 15th year, being productive until the age of 30 to 40 years. Sour cherries are nutritious and delicious, for those who like sour tastes, while they are also used in folk medicine for the treatment of various diseases.

► It is offered at a price determined by the particular characteristics of the plant, such as the size of the pot, its height, age and shape. Large trees are also available for sale (and planting) upon prior arrangement. In any case, the price or prices listed are indicative.

❶ For purchase of trees from 51 pieces up to 249 discount 7% - 8%

❷ For purchase of trees from 250 pieces and above discount 11% - 13%

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