Cherry Trees

More About Cherry Trees

Choosing the Right Cherry Tree for Your Garden

When selecting cherry trees, start by deciding whether ornamental display, fruit production, or a combination of both is the priority for your grow. Flowering cherry trees focus on spectacular spring colour and graceful shape, while cherry fruit trees provide reliable crops of sweet cherries through summer. Self fertile varieties, such as Stella cherry, are ideal for smaller garden spaces, as they do not require a pollination partner and crop well on their own.
Think about space and scale. Dwarf and compact cherry trees work well in containers and restricted areas, while larger types suit open ground where they can develop their natural form. Most cherry trees prefer a sunny position with free draining soil, which encourages better flowering and stronger fruit set. With the right choice, planting cherry trees becomes a long term investment in both structure and seasonal reward.

Growing and Caring for Cherry Trees

Growing cherry trees is straightforward when the basics are right. Choose a bright, open position sheltered from strong winds, and plant into well prepared soil that drains freely. Water regularly during the first year to help roots establish, particularly during dry spells. Once settled, cherry trees are relatively low maintenance.
Pruning is simple and usually minimal. Light shaping after fruiting helps maintain an open structure and good airflow, which supports healthy growth. Mulching in spring helps retain moisture and improves soil condition, while container grown cherry trees benefit from regular feeding through the growing season. With this routine care, cherry fruit trees reward gardeners with dependable growth and improving harvests year after year.

Ordering Cherry Trees Online with Confidence

Buying cherry trees online makes it easy to access a wide range of proven varieties, including reliable fruiting favourites and compact trees for smaller gardens. At YouGarden, our range of cherry trees are selected for strong performance in the UK climate and supplied ready to plant, whether as bare root during the dormant season or as established potted plants.
Each cherry fruit tree is carefully packed to arrive in excellent condition, so you can plant promptly and enjoy confident establishment. Whether searching for a productive cherry for sale, exploring different types of cherry trees, or adding a statement tree with spring blossom appeal, a well chosen cherry tree brings lasting value, beauty and enjoyment to any garden.