A semi-dwarf black tartarian cherry tree should be planted in a sunny place, and it's best suited to USDA Hardiness Zones five through eight. The black tartarian prefers six to eight hours of full sunlight each day. It needs loamy soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0.Continue Reading
The semi-dwarf black tartarian should be planted in a location with 18 feet of width for mature growth. Before planting, the root should be soaked in a tub of water for one to two hours. The hole should be deep and wide enough so the root system has ample room to grow. Filling the hole with loose topsoil and one-third peat moss provides a growing environment rich in minerals and nutrients. Dense and compact soils should be avoided.
Immediately after planting, the new tree should be watered heavily, with a deep and thorough soaking. For the first growing year, the tree should be watered regularly to encourage healthy growth. The black tartarian will bear fruit after approximately four to seven years. During the non-bearing years, the tree should be fertilized each spring with a well-balanced fertilizer rich in nitrogen to promote hardy green growth. Once the tree begins to bear fruit, the proper orchard fertilizer mix should be used. The tree should be pruned during each dormant season to stimulate productive yields.Learn more about Trees & Bushes