| Common Name | Stone fruit trees / Flowering cherries |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Prunus |
| Origin | Northern Hemisphere, Mediterranean, East Asia |
| Blooming | Spring flowers, fruit follows in summer/autumn |
| Leaf Color | Green to bronze, deciduous |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Water regularly during growing season. Reduce in winter dormancy. Avoid waterlogging.
Requires full sun for fruiting; indoor light usually insufficient without supplemental grow lights.
Apply balanced fertilizer in spring before bloom. Stop feeding after August to prepare for dormancy.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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