Prunus 'Sylvia' – Elegant, Hardy & Productive Sweet Cherry Tree with Rich, Sweet Fruit and Stunning Blossoms
Prunus 'Sylvia', commonly known as the Sylvia Sweet Cherry Tree, is a beautiful and hardy fruit tree celebrated for its large, sweet cherries and abundant spring blossoms. Known for its rich, sweet flavour and productive nature, this tree is perfect for gardeners who want to combine ornamental beauty with an impressive harvest. With its delicate white flowers in spring, glossy green foliage in summer, and luscious dark red cherries in late summer, Prunus 'Sylvia' offers an attractive and fruitful addition to gardens, orchards, and small spaces.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: Prunus 'Sylvia' displays clusters of fragrant white flowers in early spring, creating a lovely and aromatic spectacle that attracts bees and other pollinators.
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Summer: The tree’s glossy green leaves provide a vibrant canopy, while the cherries begin to form, developing into large, dark red fruits that are rich in sweetness and flavour.
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Autumn: The tree's foliage turns golden-yellow in autumn, offering a beautiful contrast to the remaining cherries and adding seasonal interest before the leaves drop.
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Winter: During the winter months, the bare branches form an elegant silhouette, providing visual structure to the garden even in the dormant season.
Structure & Form
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Foliage: The tree’s glossy, dark green leaves provide a lush backdrop throughout the growing season, turning golden in autumn for additional seasonal beauty.
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Fruit: Prunus 'Sylvia' produces large, dark red cherries with a firm texture and a rich, sweet flavour, making them perfect for fresh eating, baking, or preserving.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Orchards & Fruit Gardens: Prunus 'Sylvia' is an excellent addition to home orchards and fruit gardens, offering a reliable and bountiful harvest of sweet cherries.
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Specimen Tree: The attractive blossoms and delicious fruit make Prunus 'Sylvia' an excellent choice for a specimen tree in gardens, providing both beauty and a rewarding harvest.
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Urban & Small Gardens: With its compact size, this cherry tree is ideal for smaller gardens or urban spaces where space is limited but fruit production is still desired.
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Pollinator Gardens: The early spring blossoms attract bees and other pollinators, making Prunus 'Sylvia' an excellent choice for a pollinator-friendly garden.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Thrives in full sun, which ensures optimal fruit production and the best fruit quality. It can tolerate partial shade but will produce better yields when placed in sunnier locations.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. It performs best in slightly acidic to neutral soil but is adaptable to a variety of soil types as long as they are well-drained.
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Hardiness: Prunus 'Sylvia' is suitable for temperate climates and can tolerate cold winters as well as warmer regions.
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Maintenance: Regular pruning is recommended to maintain shape, improve air circulation, and promote healthy fruit production. This cherry tree is generally resistant to many common pests and diseases but should be monitored for potential issues such as aphids, cherry leaf spot, or powdery mildew.
Why Choose Prunus 'Sylvia'?
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Delicious Fruit: The large, sweet, dark red cherries produced by Prunus 'Sylvia' are perfect for fresh eating, making pies, or preserving into jams and sauces.
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Beautiful Blossoms: The fragrant white flowers in spring offer a stunning visual display, attracting pollinators and adding charm to your garden during the early season.
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Compact & Hardy: Prunus 'Sylvia' is ideal for small gardens or urban spaces, and its hardiness makes it suitable for a variety of climates, from colder to warmer regions.
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Low-Maintenance: This cherry tree is relatively easy to care for with regular pruning and occasional pest management, making it a great choice for gardeners looking for a productive, easy-to-grow tree.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Other Fruit Trees: Pair with other fruit trees like Apples, Pears, or Plums to create a diverse and productive fruit garden.
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Flowering Shrubs: Combine with flowering shrubs like Forsythia, Lilacs, or Azaleas to add more spring colour and texture alongside the cherry tree’s blossoms.
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Perennials: Underplant with perennials such as Daylilies, Lavender, or Geraniums to create a lush, layered garden beneath the tree’s canopy.
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Groundcovers: Add groundcovers like Strawberry or Ajuga to provide vibrant green coverage and complement the tree’s structure.
Prunus 'Sylvia' is a beautiful, productive, and hardy sweet cherry tree that provides seasonal beauty, delicious fruit, and year-round interest. Its stunning spring blossoms, sweet fruit, and manageable size make it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, orchards, or urban spaces. Whether used as a specimen tree, a pollinator-friendly plant, or an edible addition to your garden, Prunus 'Sylvia' is sure to deliver both beauty and bounty to your outdoor space.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
