Still, there are better-looking species out there for ornamental horticultural needs.
With that effort, though, comes those amazing cherriesso you better decide if it’s worth it.
Here’s everything you’re gonna wanna know about caring from Bing cherry trees.
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If you are planting for fruit production, you are planting two trees.
You will need to research the needs and care for Bing cherry trees and the cross-pollinator.
A great choice for a cross is the Black Tartarian, but Ranier and Van are also good choices.
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To achieve the best results, follow the few plant tips the Bing cherry listed below.
Look towards another cultivar if you are located outside the recommendedhardiness zonesof USDA 5-8.
Consider a spot with aneutral pHwith sandy and well-draining soil that does not receive high winds.
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Finally, look for a spot that receives six to eight hours of sunlight daily.
The Bing cherry tree will require a hole twice as wide as the container or burlap ball.
Planting shallower is always better than planting too deep.
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You must plant your cross-pollinator further than 100 feet away, but the closer, the better.
Bing Cherry Tree Care
Something so delicious will not come easily.
Gettingfull sunwill also guard it from cooler temperatures and allow it to dry off if it gets unexpectedly wet.
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The same benefit can be detrimental and make your tree get too hot.
The biggest concern you will need to consider is moisture retention.
Your soil should be well draining but be able to hold some moisture.
The ideal soil should be a neutral sandy soil, with some organics.
This finicky temperament is why location and zone are so important.
Temperature and Humidity
Stressing that a Bing cherry trees health relies on climate cannot be overstated.
Fertilizer
The Bing Cherry tree is an extremely slow feeder and does not usually require supplemental fertilizer.
This form is often used for ornamental horticultural purposes as it is considerably less hardy.
Pruning the Bing Cherry Tree
Pruning of your Bing cherry tree should be done primarily for function.
You’ll want to prune your cherry tree yearly in the early winter when the tree is dormant.
You will want to remove all dead, dying, all damaged branches.
Propagating Bing Cherry Tree
Propagating the Bing cherry is not recommended for several reasons.
The time and effort to propagate is not worth the results.
Cherry aphids, western cherry fruit flies, and the spider mite will bother the tree.
Diseases infecting the trees are similar but often more serious, especially root rot.
The Bing cherry tree’s biggest downfall is standing water, resulting in root rot.
The Bing cherry is a fantastic pollinator that provides wonderful flowers for birds and insects to feed on.
