Black Cherry Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit

The black cherry is a stately native tree with spring flowers, dark summer fruit, and prized hardwood. How to grow Black Cherry Tree from seed Start here: Black Cherry Tree seeds need a cold, moist rest first. Mix them into the damp soil, cover with the humidity lid, and chill the planter in your refrigerator for several weeks before moving it somewhere warm and bright. Sow your seeds at the depth listed on the included instruction card and cover lightly. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Black Cherry Tree sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Black Cherry Tree at a glance Botanical name: Prunus serotina Germination: 60-90 days at 33-40F (cold stratification) USDA zones: cherry Mature size: Any Zone If grown indoors Sunlight: Full Sun (6-8 hours daily) Seeds included: 2-7+ Seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Black Cherry Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit? Do Black Cherry Tree seeds need cold stratification? Yes — Black Cherry Tree seeds are raw and untreated, so they need a cold, moist rest to break dormancy. Mix them into the damp soil, cover with the lid, and chill the planter in the refrigerator for several weeks, then move it somewhere warm and bright. How long do Black Cherry Tree seeds take to germinate? Black Cherry Tree seeds typically sprout in 60-90 days at 33-40F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Can I grow Black Cherry Tree indoors, and is it hardy in my area? You start Black Cherry Tree indoors in any climate using the kit. Once established it can be moved outdoors in cherry, or kept in a container in colder regions. What if my seeds don't sprout?