British cherry tree 'Stella'

Prunus aviu 'Stella'

Sweet Cherry 'Stella' (Prunus avium 'Stella')

#Growth Characteristics
- Growth Form: Sweet Cherry 'Stella' is a medium-sized deciduous broad-leaved tree. Mature trees grow up to approximately 4–5 meters in height and have a relatively wide canopy.
- Flowering Season: Showy white flowers bloom in the spring, appearing before the fruit ripens.
- Fruit: It bears sweet cherries that turn reddish-brown in the summer; the size is larger than average.
- Environmental Requirements: It thrives in sunlight and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil.

#Propagation Methods
- Seeds: Propagation is possible by sowing seeds directly, but the germination rate is low, so the characteristics of the hybrid may not be preserved.
- Grafting: Grafting is typically used to maintain the traits of the same variety by grafting onto the roots of another cherry tree.

#Cultivation Methods
- Planting Season: Late winter to early spring, or late autumn, are the optimal times. - Watering: Water thoroughly during the initial establishment period; thereafter, relying on natural rainfall is sufficient.
- Fertilization: It is recommended to apply a balanced fruit fertilizer in late winter or early spring.
- Pruning: Regular pruning is necessary to shape the branches and promote air circulation.

#Uses in the Garden
- Landscape Effect: It is popular for gardens as it allows one to appreciate the changing seasons, such as spring flowers, summer fruit, and autumn leaf color changes.
- Uses: It can be enjoyed fresh, but it can also be processed into jam or confectionery.

#Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: Diseases such as brown spot and branch dieback may occur. To prevent this, it is necessary to prune branches with sufficient spacing to ensure good ventilation and to use appropriate fungicides.
- Pests: Aphids and cherry fruit moths may attack; controlling them using organic oil sprays or appropriate insecticides is effective. The sweet cherry 'Stella' is an excellent garden tree and fruit tree, and is an attractive plant that provides abundant flowers and fruit if properly cared for.

Plant Type
Plant Family	Rosaceae
Height	4.5~6m
Spread	4.5~6m
Colors	white
Bloom Period	April to July
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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