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Step 1
Plant the Black Tartarian cherry tree in the spring, following the last frost. The Black Tartarian cherry tree is very susceptible to frost, especially when adjusting to a new location.
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Step 2
Pick a location for the tree where it will receive at least 6 hours of direct and uninterrupted sunlight each day. Black Tartarian cherry trees rely on sunlight to flourish. If planting more than one Black Tartarian cherry tree, be sure to space the plants 30 to 50 feet apart. The Black Tartarian cherry tree can grow up to 40 feet tall, so giving it space is a must.
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Step 3
Dig a hole that is 3 to 4 times wider than the diameter of the cherry tree's root ball, and as deep as the root ball is tall. Scarify the sides of the hole with a pitchfork or a shovel. This will make it easier for the tree's roots to spread out into the new soil.
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Step 4
Remove the tree from its container if it has been container-grown. To do so, lay the tree on its side and slide it from the container. Loosen the roots around the surface of the root ball to ensure proper growth, but do not break apart the root ball. The roots need to be free to grow outward, but shouldn't suffer too much stress.
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Step 5
Place the tree in the center of the hole you've dug and turn the tree so that its best side faces forward. The Black Tartarian cherry tree is a beautiful plant, so show it off proudly! Fill in the sides of the hole you've dug with soil. The tree requires soil that will stay moist but not soggy, and compost or sand can be added to the soil to help with drainage.
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Step 6
Water the tree well after planting. The Black Tartarian cherry tree requires about an inch of water a week, but more or less should be given to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
