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Mazzard cherry (Prunus avium) Care Guide
Care guide for Mazzard cherry: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.
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⚠️ Mazzard cherry is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.
Care at a glance
WaterWater roughly every 10 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Drought-sensitive — don't let it dry out completely.
TemperatureTemperate: 12-24 °C (54-75 °F).
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5-6.5).
Growthmoderate growth. Mature height ~4.6 m (15.0 ft).
Origin
Native to: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Austria, Belarus, Belgium.
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