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Below is a step-by-step list of how to care for your cherry tree.

Cut any suckers that appear around the roots. Since the plant is a shrub, it also produces new shoots from its crown during the growing season. To maintain a tree shape, use clean pruning shears to cut shoots back to the points they originate from on the crown.

Prune the tree in the summer instead of during the winter to invigorate growth and protect it against silver leaf disease. Remove damaged, dry or diseased limbs, along with crossing or wayward branches to increase the airflow through the tree's canopy.

Inspect the tree for symptoms such as knots or bumps on small branches that indicate the presence of the fungal disease called black knot. Cut the infected limb 2 to 5 inches below each knot. Immediately burn or discard the severed limbs in a sealed garbage bag to prevent spread. Apply pruning paste to cover any wounds.

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Interesting Facts

The oldest cherry tree in the world is likely the Jindai-Zakura in Hokuto City, Japan, estimated to be between 1800 – 2000 years old. It is said that it was planted by Japan’s 12th emperor, Yamato Takeru. This is extremely old for a cherry.

Most cherry trees do not live very long, often only 30 years or so. Black Cherry is an exception, having an average lifespan of about 100 years but able to live to 250 years.

The flowers of most cherry trees can be eaten. They are pickled in Japan and used in baking and in teas.

Most cherry pits are toxic and should not be eaten, though the inner seed of St Lucie Cherry is used as a spice.

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