Bali Cherry

Key Features:
Size & Growth: The Bali Cherry typically grows to a height of 15 to 20 feet with a spread of 12 to 15 feet. Its compact, rounded canopy makes it an excellent choice for smaller landscapes and garden spaces where a touch of elegance and color is desired.
Foliage: Features small, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop throughout the growing season. The foliage turns a lovely shade of yellow to orange in the fall, adding a splash of color to your landscape as the seasons change.
Flowers: Produces profuse clusters of delicate, pink to white flowers in early spring. The blooms are fragrant and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, creating a welcoming environment for beneficial insects.
Fruit: Following the flowering period, the tree bears small, round, reddish-purple fruit that ripens in mid-summer. While the fruit is edible, it is often tart and best used for preserves or jams. The fruit also adds visual interest and attracts birds to the garden.
Disease Resistance: Bali Cherry is generally resistant to common pests and diseases affecting other cherry trees, including powdery mildew and cherry leaf spot. Its hardy nature makes it a reliable choice for various growing conditions.
Soil & Light Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is adaptable to a range of soil types, including loamy, sandy, and clay soils. Providing adequate sunlight and ensuring good drainage helps the tree perform at its best.
Care Instructions: Requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during dry periods helps keep the tree hydrated, but avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Applying mulch around the base of the tree can help retain soil moisture and reduce competition from weeds. Pruning is typically done to shape the tree and remove any dead or damaged branches, usually in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Uses:
Ornamental: Ideal for adding color, texture, and seasonal interest to garden beds, lawns, and park areas. The Bali Cherry’s profuse spring blooms and vibrant fall foliage make it a standout feature in any landscape.
Specimen Tree: Perfect as a specimen tree in smaller gardens or residential landscapes, where its compact size and striking appearance can be fully appreciated.
Fruit Production: Can be grown for its edible fruit, which is often used in preserves, jams, or culinary dishes.
Planting & Maintenance:
Planting: Choose a location with well-drained soil and appropriate light conditions, either full sun or partial shade. Dig a hole that is twice the width of the root ball and plant the tree at the same depth it was growing in the container. Space multiple trees about 12 to 15 feet apart to accommodate their mature spread.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging. Mulch around the base of the tree to help retain soil moisture and reduce competition from weeds.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead or damaged branches and shape the tree as needed to encourage healthy growth and maintain its appearance.
Add a touch of elegance and seasonal beauty to your garden with the Bali Cherry. Its vibrant blooms, attractive fruit, and striking fall color make it a delightful addition to any landscape, offering beauty and interest throughout the year.