{"product_id":"nanking-cherry-prunus-tomentosa-live-plant","title":"Nanking cherry (Prunus tomentosa) Live Plant","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eNanking cherry\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003ePrunus tomentosa\u003c\/i\u003e), also widely known by common names such as the Nanjing, Korean, Manchu, or downy cherry, is a resilient deciduous shrub native to northern and western China, Korea, Mongolia, and parts of northern India. Cultivated both as a productive fruit crop and an ornamental garden plant, this hardy \"bush cherry\" features a dense, compact growth habit that makes it an excellent choice for windbreaks, hedges, and small-scale orchards. Beyond its landscape utility, the plant is highly celebrated for its nutritional value. The small stone fruits are incredibly nutrient-dense, serving as an excellent natural source of essential vitamins A and C, along with vital minerals like calcium and iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWhen it comes to flavor, Nanking cherries offer a delightfully sweet, tart, and sprightly culinary experience. Their taste profile closely mirrors that of classic sour pie cherries, though they are frequently a bit sweeter and boast an exceptionally juicy, refreshing quality. Because these plants are often grown from seed, the exact flavor can vary slightly from one seedling to the next; some bushes yield intensely tart crops perfect for preserves, juices, and pies, while others produce fruits sweet enough to be enjoyed fresh right off the branch as a casual backyard snack.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"veliyathgardens","offers":[{"title":"Seedling Plant","offer_id":48274808045827,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/5965\/9011\/files\/Nankingcherry_Veliyathgardens.png?v=1779947056","url":"https:\/\/veliyathgarden.com\/products\/nanking-cherry-prunus-tomentosa-live-plant","provider":"veliyathgardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}