Black Cherry seeds

Black cherry is a medium- to large-sized deciduous tree native to eastern and central North America. In the forest it often grows tall and straight with a clear trunk, while open-grown trees develop broader, more spreading crowns. Mature height typically ranges from 50–90 feet, though exceptionally vigorous specimens can exceed 100 feet. The bark is one of its most recognizable traits: young trees have smooth, dark bark with horizontal lenticels, while older trees develop thick, broken, dark plates that look like burnt potato chips. Leaves are simple, glossy, and finely toothed. In spring, the tree produces long drooping clusters of white flowers, which later develop into small dark purplish-black cherries that wildlife heavily favor. Its wood is prized for its dark color. Black cherry firewood makes an amazing smell when burned in a wood stove or open fire.  In terms of growth habit, black cherry is relatively fast-growing when young and requires full sun to be healthy. They will tole