Tree
Cherry
Prunus
Varieties We Carry
Black CherryPrunus serotinaAutumnalisPrunus × subhirtella
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$44.95
15 galFrom$124.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size15-25 feet × 15-20 feet
About Cherry
Cherries (Prunus spp.) include sweet cherry (P. avium) and sour cherry (P. cerasus), prized for edible fruit and ornamental spring blossoms, but standard varieties require 800+ winter chill hours and are not recommended for NE Florida by UF/IFAS. Only experimental low-chill hybrids (under 400 hours) may fruit in zone 9b. Starting at $44.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Cherry trees (Prunus spp.) require full sun, but standard sweet and sour cherries are NOT recommended for NE Florida zone 9b due to insufficient winter chill hours (800+ hours required); only experimental low-chill varieties (under 400 hours) may be attempted.
Water
If attempting low-chill varieties, maintain moderate, consistent moisture and ensure excellent drainage; NE Florida's wet summers promote root rot and fungal disease in Prunus.
Soil & Fertilizer
Cherries need well-drained, slightly acidic sandy or loam soil; however, standard cherry species are not suitable for zone 9b — UF/IFAS does not recommend them for Florida due to chill hour requirements and disease pressure.
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Common questions
Is Cherry a good plant for St. Augustine?
Cherry is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 15-25 feet × 15-20 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.