Mahaleb Cherry (Prunus Mahaleb) is a perennial tree in the Rosaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Prunus mahaleb is a deciduous tree or large shrub, growing to 2–10 m (rarely up to 12 m) tall with a trunk up to 40 cm diameter.
Mahaleb Cherry
Prunus Mahaleb
Prunus mahaleb is a deciduous tree or large shrub, growing to 2–10 m (rarely up to 12 m) tall with a trunk up to 40 cm diameter.
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