| Common Name | Sweet Cherry |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Prunus |
| Species | Avium |
| Origin | Europe, Western Asia |
| Blooming | Spring, white flowers on racemes |
| Leaf Color | Dark green turning yellow/orange in autumn |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained loamy soil, pH 6.0-7.0, rich in organic matter
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season, reduce significantly after harvest and before dormancy
Requires full sun for fruiting; indoors requires high light supplementation or grow lights year-round
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before flowering
Essential for structure; prune in late summer or winter to remove dead wood and improve air circulation
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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