Hardy Edibles

Rosaceae

Himalayan cherry

Prunus cerasoides

Himalayan cherry

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Survives zone 7 through 9

Varies widely — see species. ⚠ Kernels/pits cyanogenic.

Hardiness
Zone 7 to 9
Habit
Tree
Edible part
Fruit
Ripens
Summer–autumn
Mature size
Shrub/tree; dwarf rootstocks containerable
Light
Full sun
Soil pH
6.0–7.0 (near-neutral)
Environment
Subtropical
Status
Ornamental
Years to fruit
2–4 yrs
Pollination
Varies by species — see notes