Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)

Commonly used by our forefathers as a flavoring in rum concoctions as well as in cough syrup and jellies, the black cherry tree is a favorite to both man and game. After the attractive cluster of small white flowers bloom in the spring, this tree wastes no time bearing fruit. Having clusters of cherries in early summer, it is one of the earliest producers in the wild.

Almost all birds and most mammals, especially black bear, fox and squirrels can be found near this tree consuming the small, tasty cherries. The black cherry tree has a rapid growth rate and produces fruit at a young age. Another advantage is the high germination rate. The seed that will be spread around by the birds and other critters will quickly grow into many young scrumptious seedlings that deer will be more than happy to browse down for you.

If you are looking for something to quickly attract all forms of wildlife to areas of your property, add a couple of these to your list. Just be careful if you plant close to your camp, with all those cherries lying on the ground you may wind up with cherry colored footprints all over your porch.

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[prettybird]

The black cherry tree is a host plant for over 400 types of caterpillars of course turn into butterflies but the birds eat the caterpillars. Fun fact it takes anywhere from 6 to 9000 caterpillars concede a nest full of baby birds. Next to the oak tree the black cherry tree is one of the most valuable biodiversity trees in America.

[matthewlarue]

I have identified at least 3 of these trees that are super sweet in tontitown arkansas. Great for making jelly or jam or eating off the tree.

[inverseelity]

Im in Tennessee and I've got a huge 30 foot tall black cherry tree. the birds love the fruit! I've got the little seedlings growing by the fence.

[ekongkaarkaurkhalsa]

Question: are these trees self-pollinating? Or do you need a pair in order to get the cherries?

[scottbenzing]

Those cherries are good eating. Got to pit them though.

[myothergem]

Are they poisonous? I read that they were..