On Mon, 12 Apr 2004 09:09:31 -0500, zxcvbob wrote:

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From: zxcvbob
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Subject: Where can I buy a mature dwarf Cherry tree in the NYC area?
Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2004 09:09:31 -0500
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Larry Racies wrote:

Looking for a tree about 8; high that will propagate my Bing Cherry.
It will be planted in a container on a terrace in a Manhattan high-rise.

thanks,
larry


Can you plant a standard sour cherry tree?

I sure can, Bob, and I'm going out right now to look for one.

Thanks a bunch,

Larry


They are naturally dwarf
(will top out about about 14' if you don't prune them at all) and begin
blooming in just a couple of years. They are also hardier than sweet
cherries, and more useful for cooking. I'm pretty sure a sour cherry
will pollinate a Bing. You should be able to get a nice one in a 5
gallon container for a *lot* less than $100.

Best regards,
Bob