Nanking Bush Cherry – Prunus tomentosa Live Bare Root Plant | 8–12 Inches Tall | Edible Fruit Shrub | Cold Hardy | Easy to Grow

Grow your own delicious cherries with this live Nanking Bush Cherry (Prunus tomentosa) bare root plant, measuring approximately 8–12 inches tall and actively growing. This cold-hardy ornamental shrub produces fragrant white spring flowers followed by abundant crops of bright red, tart cherries in mid-summer. Perfect for fresh eating, pies, jams, and jellies, Nanking Bush Cherry is an excellent addition to edible landscapes, hedgerows, wildlife gardens, and home orchards. Its attractive blooms and productive harvest make it a favorite for both gardeners and pollinators. You will receive a healthy bare root plant similar in size and condition to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Nanking Bush Cherry bare root plant
✔️ Height: approximately 8–12 inches
✔️ Shipped bare root (no nursery pot)
✔️ Healthy, actively growing plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Nanking Bush Cherry
Botanical Name: Prunus tomentosa
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Bare root starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: 6–8 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 2–8
Container Friendly: Yes (large containers recommended)

💡 Care Tip: Plant your bare root shrub as soon as possible after arrival and water thoroughly. For the best fruit production, plant two or more Nanking Bush Cherry shrubs nearby to improve pollination and maximize harvests.