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Mahaleb Cherry

Prunus mahaleb, Rosaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

WindbreakPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Russian PeashrubCaragana frutex
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Bois' Pea TreeCaragana boisii
Nitrogen Fixation
Pacific BayberryMyrica californica
Nitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Rock CotoneasterCotoneaster horizontalis

Both Rosaceae members compete intensely and may produce compounds that inhibit each other's growth

Uses

Functions

WindbreakRootstockPioneer SpeciesCoppicingWildlife Corridor

Edible Parts

FruitSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Aromatic SeedsDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Mahaleb Cherry grow in?

Mahaleb Cherry grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Mahaleb Cherry?

Good companions for Mahaleb Cherry include Russian Peashrub, Bois' Pea Tree, Pacific Bayberry.

Design guilds with Mahaleb Cherry and see companion relationships visually.

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