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My first introduction to a Nanking cherry, Prunus tomentosa, was over 20 years ago when the interest in local, sustainably produced food was just beginning.  One of the early growers was Stephen ...

Nanking Bush Cherry (Prunus tomentosa) is native to China and is very hardy here. It can be grown as a small tree (to 15 feet tall) or trimmed into an attractive hedge. It flowers profusely in the ...

The trees prefer full sun and 10-15 feet to ... Unlike many fruits, the Nanking cherry is extremely cold tolerant and can also endure late frosts. Newly planted shrubs need frequent watering ...

Q: I have a huge Nanking cherry bush that is not bearing any fruit ... A: Two things come to mind as possible factors in the lack of fruit on your tree. First, how mature is the tree/bush?

including such "good-lookers" as serviceberry trees, blueberries (both high-bush and low-bush), currants, Nanking cherry, beach plum and elderberry. A few exceptions include: * Kousa dogwood ...

Are there any fruit trees that will produce in the shade ... seedy fruits usually used for pies), and Nanking cherry (red pea-sized fruits used in jellies and pies). All grow as multi ...

Bareroot trees, 2 to 4 feet, cost $29 to $35 per bundle (10 in a bundle). Trees include hybrid poplar, Nanking cherry, quaking aspen, legacy lilac, flame willow, red maple, chokecherry ...