{"product_id":"prunus-serotina","title":"Prunus serotina (Fr: Cerisier tardif | En: Black cherry)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"x1e56ztr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"455\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"394\"\u003eAlternative names\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rum Cherry, Wild Black Cherry\u003cbr data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"428\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eFrench\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cerisier tardif\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"791\" class=\"\"\u003eBlack Cherry is the largest of our native cherry species and one of only two that grow into a true single-stemmed tree. As a mature tree, it is easily identified by its dark, flaky, scaled bark. Young trees can resemble chokecherry but can be distinguished by their single trunk and the fine fuzz on the underside of the leaf midvein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"1205\" class=\"\"\u003eIn spring, it produces fragrant white flower clusters that develop into small, dark purple to black fruits. These cherries are more palatable than those of chokecherry for many people, though taste can vary considerably between trees. The fruit is best used in syrups, jellies, pies, or fermented into wine or liqueurs. The nickname “Rum Cherry” comes from its historical use in flavouring rum and other spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1490\" class=\"\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eCaution\u003c\/strong\u003e: Like all \u003cem data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003ePrunus\u003c\/em\u003e species, the pits and other parts of the plant (except the fleshy fruit) contain compounds that can release cyanide. You may notice a faint almond scent when crushing leaves or twigs—this is the signature of those compounds. Do not consume the pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1702\" class=\"\"\u003eTraditionally, the inner bark was used in tonics and cough syrups—likely the reason many associate cherry flavour with medicine. However, home preparations are strongly discouraged due to the risk of poisoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"2097\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eWood value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eThe wood of Black Cherry is among the most prized hardwoods in eastern North America—used in fine furniture, cabinetry, flooring, woodturning, musical instruments, and tobacco pipes. Like Black Walnut (\u003cem data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003eJuglans nigra\u003c\/em\u003e), it’s considered a high-value forestry species and can even be planted alongside walnut, as it is tolerant of juglone, the chemical released by walnut roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2610\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eEcological importance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003eBlack Cherry is a keystone species for wildlife. Its fruit feeds a wide array of birds, including Orioles (\u003cem data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eIcterus galbula\u003c\/em\u003e), Cedar Waxwings (\u003cem data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003eBombycilla cedrorum\u003c\/em\u003e), and Scarlet Tanagers (\u003cem data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003ePiranga olivacea\u003c\/em\u003e). Its leaves support dozens of Lepidoptera (moths and butterflies), including the Cherry Gall Azure (\u003cem data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eCelastrina serotina\u003c\/em\u003e) and Wild Cherry Sphinx (\u003cem data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003eSphinx drupiferarum\u003c\/em\u003e). Some caterpillars even feed on its leaves to absorb defensive toxins, similar to monarchs and milkweed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2917\" class=\"\"\u003eIt also hosts native tent caterpillars like the Eastern Tent Caterpillar (\u003cem data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003eMalacosoma americanum\u003c\/em\u003e), Ugly-nest Caterpillar (\u003cem data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2757\"\u003eArchips cerasivorana\u003c\/em\u003e), and Fall Webworm (\u003cem data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2796\"\u003eHyphantria cunea\u003c\/em\u003e). These species rarely harm the tree and support a food web that includes birds like cuckoos, jays, and parasitic wasps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"3283\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"2931\"\u003eDiseases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003eBlack Cherry is susceptible to Black Knot (\u003cem data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003eApiosporina morbosa\u003c\/em\u003e), a native fungal disease that forms black galls on branches. While a minor issue in natural ecosystems, it can become problematic in orchards or with non-native \u003cem data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003ePrunus\u003c\/em\u003e species. It is not currently present in Europe, and significant quarantine efforts aim to keep it from spreading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3288\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3677\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3300\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15–24 m\u003cbr data-start=\"3309\" data-end=\"3312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3326\"\u003eBloom time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spring\u003cbr data-start=\"3334\" data-end=\"3337\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3337\" data-end=\"3346\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"3356\" data-end=\"3359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3371\"\u003eMoisture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate to moist (intolerant of poorly drained soils)\u003cbr data-start=\"3427\" data-end=\"3430\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3438\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Various\u003cbr data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3461\"\u003eHabitat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deciduous and early successional forests\u003cbr data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003eEcological benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Host plant for numerous Lepidoptera, fruit for birds, supports complex food webs\u003cbr data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3624\"\u003eEdible\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fruit (cooked); pits and other parts \u003cstrong data-start=\"3663\" data-end=\"3677\"\u003enot edible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"La Pépinière pour la Terre","offers":[{"title":"#1 Pot – ~30–60 cm","offer_id":48011805393140,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3 Pot – ~60–100 cm","offer_id":48011805425908,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Pot – ~100–150 cm","offer_id":48011805458676,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#7 Pot – ~150–200 cm","offer_id":48011805491444,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30mm Caliper","offer_id":48011805524212,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50mm Caliper","offer_id":48011805556980,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0495\/6404\/products\/serotina2.jpg?v=1675175692","url":"https:\/\/nurseryfortheearth.com\/en\/products\/prunus-serotina","provider":"Nursery for the Earth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}