Nanking Cherry, Manchu Cherry (Prunus tomentosa)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Shrub

Nanking Cherry, Manchu Cherry
Prunus tomentosa

Leaves of Nanking Cherry
Leaves of Nanking Cherry
 
Features
White or pink flowers in spring; fruit are edible red cherries (tart). 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soils best, but will tolerate some dryness. 
 
Cultivars
 
 
Mature Height
6-10 Feet
 
Size
Small
 
 
Mature Width
12-15 Feet
 
Mature Form
Broad rounded 
 
Native To:
Asia 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 6 
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
Dry Sites
Wind
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Uses
Hedge
Massing
Screen
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

All species of Prunus are prone to a number of disease and insect problems. The most serious problems of this species are black knot and borers.
 
Additional Notes
Mice can be damaging to this species.

 

 
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