Pet Safe
moderate Care
bird cherry
Prunus avium 'Lapins' STARKRIMSON SWEET
Bird Cherry (Prunus avium 'Lapins' STARKRIMSON SWEET) is a deciduous tree, naturally found in woodlands and hills of Central and Northern Europe and Western Asia. It grows to a height of 33 feet and has glossy, dark green leaves. The flowers are white and fragrant, and appear in May. Fruits are small, glossy, dark-red cherries, with sweet flesh. Bird cherry is a popular ornamental tree, valued for its beautiful spring flowers, and red fall foliage. It's a hardy tree, tolerating both dry and wet soils, and can live in full sun or partial shade.
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
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Hardiness Map
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Water Every
"2-3" days
Sun Needs
partial-shade
Growth
High
Care Level
High
Watering Schedule
Frequency
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💧 Water every "2-3" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
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Pruning Time
Flowering
How to Propagate
Grafting Propagation
Join scion to rootstock, bind securely until healed
Budding
Propagate via Budding for best results
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
spring
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Enjoys dappled or limited direct sun—about 2–4 hours of morning or late afternoon light and protection during peak midday sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Best Planting Time
Plant in early spring or fall for best results. Blooms in spring.