A good flavored, crack resistant, medium-to-large, black sweet cherry.Fruit hangs well and keeps in good condition.Tree is vigorous, spreading and moderately productive.Best for fresh eating.Must be pollinated by another sweet cherry variety. Botanical Name- Prunus avium ‘Hudson’ Pronunciation- PROO-nus AY-vee-um Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 15 ft Mature Height- 10 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Well drained Current Size- 7 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune flowering varieties after bloom; water deeply in dry spells and watch for pests. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for fruiting types. Clay soil should be amended to prevent standing water. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Peach leaf curl, black knot, aphids
