How to Buy a Flowering Cherry Tree
Examine the sunlight conditions., Check the soil., Contact your local extension office or a professional arborist.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Examine the sunlight conditions.
Cherry trees prefer full sun, except in extreme southern areas, where they can tolerate partial late afternoon shade. -
Step 2: Check the soil.
Test your soil if you are unsure of its type.
Flowering cherries are adaptable to different soils, but prefer well-drained, loamy soil.
They thrive best in a neutral or slightly acidic soil, between
6.2 and
7.0.
Use a soil pH testing kit to determine your soil's makeup. , A tree specialist in your area will have knowledge about the local growing conditions and if they are best suited for flowering cherries.
They will also be able to help you choose the best type of cherry tree to buy. -
Step 3: Contact your local extension office or a professional arborist.
Detailed Guide
Cherry trees prefer full sun, except in extreme southern areas, where they can tolerate partial late afternoon shade.
Test your soil if you are unsure of its type.
Flowering cherries are adaptable to different soils, but prefer well-drained, loamy soil.
They thrive best in a neutral or slightly acidic soil, between
6.2 and
7.0.
Use a soil pH testing kit to determine your soil's makeup. , A tree specialist in your area will have knowledge about the local growing conditions and if they are best suited for flowering cherries.
They will also be able to help you choose the best type of cherry tree to buy.
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