Cherry Tree Help

Discussion in 'Fruit and Nut Trees' started by Survivor Kid 909, Jul 15, 2008.

  1. Survivor Kid 909

    Survivor Kid 909 Active Member

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    We have a very large cherry tree in our yard that hasn't bared fruit in at least 15 years. Does anyone have any advice on what I could do to possibly make it bear fruit again? Does it need to be trimmed, or would that hurt it?
     
  2. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    You're certain that it did bear fruit 15+ years ago?
     
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    About 95% sure...
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Is it the only cherry in the nearby area? Did someone else have some before, but cut them down 15 years ago? If yes, then you need some new cherries of different cultivars to make cross-pollination effective.
     

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