Carolina Cherry

Carolina Cherry Care

Prunus Caroliniana

What is the plant

The Carolina Cherry tree (Prunus caroliana) is one of the best evergreens you can find for creating privacy. It features glossy, dark-green leaves. It grows naturally in a dense, upright oval form, though it is often pruned into a hedge or screen. Carolina Cherry has a slower growth rate and requires little maintenance to look good. These are lovely trees that yield dense, fragrant clusters of showy, creamy white flowers in the spring. To some, the foliage has a scent that reminds them of maraschino cherries. It is an excellent street tree and is excellent for a border. These trees withstand heat, dry conditions, wind, and are very durable once established.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

min 15°C

Hardiness zone

7 - 10

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Young trees need to be watered regularly, but older trees rarely need watering, and can tolerate both drought and soil salinity.
Pruning
Prune in midsummer in areas where silver leaf is prevalent.
Sunlight
It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade

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Soil
Cherry laurel trees grow best in moist, well-draining, loamy soil
Temperature
One report says that this species is tender in most of Britain[11], whilst another says that it succeeds in climatic zone 7 (tolerating frosts down to about -15°c)
Additional
The leaves and young branches of this species contain considerable quantities of hydrogen cyanide, a poison that gives almonds their characteristic flavour. This toxin is readily detected by its bitter taste. It is usually present in too small a quantity to do any harm but any very bitter seed or fruit should not be eaten. In small quantities, hydrogen cyanide has been shown to stimulate respiration and improve digestion, it is also claimed to be of benefit in the treatment of cancer. In excess, however, it can cause respiratory failure and even death.