{"id":1408,"date":"2023-02-28T00:20:53","date_gmt":"2023-02-27T23:20:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/?p=1408"},"modified":"2023-02-28T00:20:53","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T23:20:53","slug":"can-i-grow-a-cherry-tree-from-seed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/can-i-grow-a-cherry-tree-from-seed\/","title":{"rendered":"Can i grow a cherry tree from seed?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you want to grow a cherry tree from seed, it is possible, but it will take some time and patience. The first step is to find a good cherry seed. Once you have a seed, you will need to plant it in a pot or in the ground. Water it regularly and wait for it to germinate. Once it starts to grow, you will need to prune it and shape it into a tree. With a little bit of care, you can grow a cherry tree from seed.<\/p>\n

Although it is possible to grow a cherry tree from seed, it is not recommended. Cherry trees grown from seed often do not produce fruit that is true to the parent variety. Additionally, it can take up to 15 years for a cherry tree grown from seed to begin bearing fruit. For these reasons, it is better to purchase a cherry tree from a nursery.<\/p>\n

Can you grow a cherry tree from store bought cherries? <\/h2>\n

You can grow cherries at home using pits from locally grown cherries, but it will take longer for the trees to bear fruit using this process. Use pits from cherries that are grown locally or purchased from the farmer’s market. Avoid using the pits from grocery stores as they may not be compatible with the climate in your area.<\/p>\n

You can plant cherry seeds in a small container filled with planting medium. Water the seeds and keep the soil moist. When the cherry seedlings are 2 inches (5 cm) tall, thin them, removing the weakest plants and leaving the sturdiest seedling in the pot.<\/p>\n

Can I plant seeds from fresh cherries <\/h3>\n
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If you want to plant cherry seeds, you can either plant the dried pit of a cherry in well-draining, neutral soil outdoors during the early fall, or start the cherry seed indoors and plant them outdoors in the spring. Choose a spot for planting with plenty of sun, and press the pit 1 inch (25 cm) beneath the soil.<\/p>\n

Weeping cherry trees are beautiful and unique, and their seeds can take some time to germinate. Allow the lights, if using them, to run for 14 hours a day until germination. The weeping cherry tree seeds will germinate within four months to one year.<\/p>\n

Do you need 2 cherry trees to produce fruit? <\/h2>\n

One sour cherry tree needs to be planted for pollination and fruit set. Many sweet cherry varieties cannot produce fruit from their own pollen and are considered self-unfruitful. These plants require cross-pollination for fruit set.<\/p>\n

Cherry seeds can be started indoors in late winter or early spring. Start with fresh cherries, remove the “pits” (seeds), and clean off as much of the fruit as possible. Once clean, allow seeds to dry in a warm, dry place out of direct sunlight for a few days.<\/p>\n

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To plant, fill pots or trays with a sterile, soilless potting mix and moisten with warm water. Place 2-3 seeds on the surface of the mix in each pot, and lightly cover with more mix. Place pots in a warm (70-75 degrees F), bright location, out of direct sunlight. Keep the mix moist, but not soggy, and wait for germination, which should occur in 10-14 days.<\/p>\n

Once seedlings appear, thin to the strongest plant per pot. Continue to grow plants under the same warm, bright conditions, watering as needed to keep the mix moist. When plants are 4-6 inches tall and have several sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into larger pots or outdoors into the garden.<\/p>\n

What month do you plant cherry seeds? <\/h2>\n

It is best to plant cherry trees in early spring or late fall when the ground is soft and has a higher moisture content. Choose a sunny site with good air circulation and deep, well-drained soil. Apply mulch and water well.<\/p>\n

There are two main types of cherry trees- sweet cherry and sour cherry. Growing either type of cherry tree requires some difference in care. In general, they just need to have good air circulation, an adequate amount of sunlight, and well-drained and fertile soil. However, cherry trees are vulnerable to root rot. Thus, the soil needs to be well-drained. Sweet cherry trees also need to be kept evenly moist, while sour cherry trees need to be watered more sparingly.<\/p>\n

Can you plant seeds straight from the fruit <\/h3>\n
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Fruit trees will not grow out from seeds in the fruit. If you collect seed from a plant, the seeds will produce plants that will be a hybrid of two plants.<\/p>\n

Cherry pits can be used in a variety of ways, from cherry pit vinegar to cherry pit fuel for BBQ. You can even infuse cherry pits into whipped cream for a delicious treat!