Cherry originated in Europe and is now mainly grown in the United States. It is said that it was introduced by a missionary in modern America. Although its fruit is as small as a pearl, its color is bright, exquisite as agate and precious stones, and its taste is sweet with a hint of sour taste. It can be eaten fresh and pickled or used as an ornament for other dishes and foods.
Planting method of cherry
Cherry is a light-loving tree species. China cherry is more shade-tolerant, but it has good illumination, early fruit ripening and good coloring. Cherry is suitable for cultivation in deep, fertile and loose sandy soil. The pH value of soil is generally 6.0 ~ 7.5.
The vertical distribution of cherry roots in China is generally concentrated in the soil layer about 20 cm deep, which requires loose soil and good irrigation and drainage conditions. Heavy clay is not suitable for planting cherries. Because cherries are not resistant to transportation, the garden should be built in a place with convenient transportation.
Planting density should be different according to the soil conditions of rootstocks. On the fertile and flat land, China cherries are planted in a Y shape with a density of1× 3m and 220 plants per mu. If natural clumping or natural happy shaping is adopted, it can be planted at a density of 2 ~ 3m× 3 ~ 4m. The density can be appropriately increased in the young age, and thinning measures should be taken after the garden is completed.