European Bird Cherry - Plant Information

Prunus padus

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The European bird cherry (Prunus padus) is generally described as a Perennial Tree or Shrub. This Dicot (dicotyledon) is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the Spring and Summer . The European Bird Cherry has Green foliage and conspicuous White flowers, with conspicuous Black fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the Spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the Summer and continuing until Summer. Leaves are not retained year to year. The European Bird Cherry has a Moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a Moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical European Bird Cherry will reach up to 30 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 30 feet.

The European Bird Cherry is not commonly available from nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by Bare Root, Container, Cuttings and Seed. It has a Slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have High vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -33°F. European Bird Cherry has None tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.

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