Thompson and Morgan Cherry Prunus Avium Sylvia - 9cm Pot

When fully established, the 'Sylvia' cherry tree will reach a height of up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) and a spread of up to 45 centimeters (1.5 feet), making it very compact.

Yes, absolutely! It's ideally suited for container growing. You should use a pot with a minimum diameter of 60cm (2 feet) and fill it with a good quality compost such as John Innes No.3.

If planting in the ground, the 'Sylvia' cherry tree requires any well-drained soil. It also prefers a sheltered and sunny position.

You can expect beautiful white blossoms in the spring, followed by a crop of tasty cherries in the summer months.

It requires minimal pruning. You'll need to follow specific steps in the first one to two springs to establish an open framework. After that, only occasional pruning to remove damaged, badly placed, or diseased wood is needed, which should be done during the summer.

No, it is not necessary to thin the fruits on the 'Sylvia' cherry tree, simplifying its care.

This cherry tree requires a position in full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.

Ensure the tree receives full sun exposure (at least 6-8 hours daily) and is in a sheltered position. Check watering consistency; irregular watering can stress the tree and impact fruit set. Ensure the soil/compost is well-drained and provides adequate nutrients.

Verify it's planted at the correct original soil level and has sufficient water, especially during establishment. If in a container, check the pot size (should be 60cm diameter) and ensure you're using high-quality compost like John Innes No.3. Nutrient deficiency can also be a cause; consider a balanced fruit tree feed in spring.

Lack of blossoms can be due to insufficient sunlight or incorrect pruning. Ensure the tree gets full sun. Avoid heavy pruning in late summer or autumn, as cherry trees form flower buds on old wood; pruning at the wrong time can remove these buds. Also, very young trees may take a year or two to establish before flowering abundantly.