Vertical Gardening and Growing Cherry Trees
Lisa Miccolis from Bountiful Gardens explains the benefits of vertical gardening and how to pick the best soil. Growing your own fruits and vegetables can bring a sense of pride. Cherry trees need at least 6 hours of sunlight daily to flourish and take a few years to bear fruit. Cherry trees produce fruit in late spring and early summer, and you can choose between potted or bare-root trees.
Key Points
- Cherry trees need at least 6 hours of sunlight daily to flourish
- The best time to plant a cherry tree is in early spring or late fall
- Cherry trees start bearing fruit in their fourth year
- Consider the type of cherry tree based on your region
Pros
- Growing your own fruits and vegetables can bring a sense of pride and peace of mind
- Cherry trees add to the landscape and produce fruit for the family to enjoy
- Cherry trees are not too difficult to care for
Cons
- Cherry trees take a few years to bear fruit