Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Tree
Needled or Scaled Evergreen
Origin
North America, United States, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, South-Central United States, Texas, Canada, Central America
Southern Europe, Central Asia, Western Asia
Types
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Ryukyu Juniper,Gamboa Juniper
Habitat
Canyons, Dry areas, fencerows, Floodplains, Moist Soils, Old fields, open Woodlands, riparian zones, Roadsides, Thickets, Woodlands
Riverbanks, Sandy areas
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
4-7
Sunset Zone
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A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Spreading
Flower Color
White
Blue, Purple
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Dark Red, Dark Blue, Black
Blue Violet, Purple
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green, Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow, Orange
Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Green
Leaf Shape
Oblanceolate , Ovate
Needle like
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Average
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring
Fall
Tolerances
Drought, Salt
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Root Division, Rooted stem cutting, Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs
Allow to dry out slightly between watering, Needs less watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Moderate
In Spring
Moderate
Alternate Days
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune to control growth, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Red blotch
Red blotch, Rust
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought
Flowers
Showy
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Butterflies
Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Allergy
coma, dilation of pupils, Gastric, Respiratory problems, weakness
Asthma, Mouth itching, Red eyes, wheezing
Aesthetic Uses
Showy Purposes
Beautification, Ground Cover
Beauty Benefits
-
Acne, Perfumes
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree, Shelter for wildlife, Wildlife
Forms dense stands, Nesting sites for birds, Wildlife
Medicinal Uses
Cough, Sedative, Tonic
Antioxidants, Diuretic, Gout, Laxative
Part of Plant Used
Fruits
Fruits
Other Uses
Used As Food, Used as Ornamental plant
Application in Furniture, Making Perfumes, Oil is used for aromatherapy, Oil is used in perfume, soaps, creams, etc.
Used As Indoor Plant
No
Sometimes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Foundation, Groundcover, Hedges, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Wall
Botanical Name
PRUNUS serotina
JUNIPERUS sabina 'Arcadia'
Common Name
Black Cherry
Greek Juniper
In Hindi
ब्लैक चेरी का पेड़
Aaraar
In German
Schwarz Kirschbaum
Wacholder
In French
Noir Cherry Tree
Genévrier
In Spanish
Negro del cerezo
Juniperus
In Greek
Μαύρο Cherry Tree
Greek Juniper
In Portuguese
Árvore de cereja preta
Jałowiec
In Polish
Czarny Cherry Tree
Juniperus
In Latin
Prunus serotina ligno
Juniperus
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Coniferophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Pinopsida
Family
Rosaceae
Cupressaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
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Subfamily
Prunoideae
Cupressoideae
Season and Care of Black Cherry and Juniper
Season and care of Black Cherry and Juniper is important to know. While considering everything about Black Cherry and Juniper Care, growing season is an essential factor. Black Cherry season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Juniper season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Black Cherry is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Juniper is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Black Cherry is Acidic, Neutral and for Juniper is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Black Cherry and Juniper Physical Information
Black Cherry and Juniper physical information is very important for comparison. Black Cherry height is 2,438.40 cm and width 914.40 cm whereas Juniper height is 30.00 cm and width 180.00 cm. The color specification of Black Cherry and Juniper are as follows:
Black Cherry flower color: White
Black Cherry leaf color: Green
Juniper flower color: Blue and Purple
- Juniper leaf color: Green
Care of Black Cherry and Juniper
Care of Black Cherry and Juniper include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Black Cherry pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Juniper pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune to control growth, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead branches. In summer Black Cherry needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Juniper needs Moderate and in winter, it needs Average Water.