Tulare Cherry Tree Seeds - Sweet Red Fruit for Home Orchard (10 Seeds)

The Tulare Cherry is a sweet cherry variety known for its large, firm, deep red fruit and rich, sweet flavor. It is a popular choice for home orchards and gardens, offering a rewarding harvest when grown under suitable conditions. These seeds allow you to grow your own cherry tree and enjoy the beauty of spring blossoms and the potential for delicious homegrown cherries.

Growing cherry trees from seed is a long-term project that requires patience, but it can be a fulfilling experience for gardeners. The Tulare cherry tree typically produces fruit in mid-season and is well-suited to areas with mild winters and warm summers. With proper care, it can become a productive and attractive addition to your landscape.

Plant Features

• Produces large, sweet, red cherries with good flavor
• Mid-season harvest period
• Attractive spring blossoms and lush green foliage
• Suitable for home orchards and edible landscaping
• Can be grown in containers when young, then transplanted

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Prunus avium
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright spreading tree
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-8
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 15-20 feet (with pruning can be kept smaller)
• Germination Requirements: Cold stratification recommended; sow in fall or stratify seeds for 2-3 months before planting
• Spacing: 15-20 feet apart for full-size trees

Planting & Care

To grow Tulare cherry from seed, start by stratifying the seeds: mix them with moist sand or peat moss and refrigerate for 2-3 months. After stratification, sow seeds about 1 inch deep in a well-draining seed-starting mix. Keep the soil consistently moist and provide warmth (around 70°F) for germination, which can take several weeks to months. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or a nursery bed.

When planting in the ground, choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first year to establish a deep root system. Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, but keep mulch away from the trunk. Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove dead or crossing branches. Cherry trees may take several years to produce fruit, so patience is key. Protect young trees from deer and rodents if necessary.

What's Included

10 Tulare Cherry Tree Seeds.