Yacon Seeds
$6.98
50 seeds
SunFull Sun
Mature Height10-25 ft.
Years to Fruit3-7 Years
Plant Spacing15-20 ft.
USDA Zones4A-8A
Germination Time30-120 Days
About Cherry Seeds
Cherry Seeds for Planting (Prunus avium/Prunus cerasus)
Planting Instructions
Best Planting Time:
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Outdoors: Fall (for natural cold stratification) or early spring after last frost
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Indoors: Start 12-14 weeks before last frost date
Planting Steps:
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Soil: Well-draining, fertile loam (pH 6.0-7.5)
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Depth: Plant 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep
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Spacing: Allow 20-25 feet between future trees
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Light: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)
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Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Germination & Early Care:
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Germination time: 4-12 weeks (may require multiple cold cycles)
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Transplant seedlings when 12-18 inches tall
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Protect young trees from rodents and harsh winds
Growth & Care
Watering:
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Young trees: 1-2 inches weekly
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Mature trees: Deep watering every 2-3 weeks in dry periods
Fertilizing:
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Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
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Use low-nitrogen formula after first year
Pruning:
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Train to central leader system in early years
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Prune in late winter to maintain shape and airflow
Pollination:
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Most sweet cherries need cross-pollination (plant 2+ compatible varieties)
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Sour cherries are often self-fertile
Fruit Production
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Time to first fruit: 4-7 years from seed
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Harvest season: Early to mid-summer
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Yield: Mature trees produce 30-50 lbs annually
Climate Requirements:
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USDA Zones: 4-8 (varies by variety)
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Chill hours required: 700-1,400 hours below 7°C (45°F)
Note: Seed-grown trees may produce fruit different from parent. For consistent quality, consider grafted varieties.
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