Are There Cherry Trees That Aren't Edible? Understanding Ornamental vs. Fruiting Cherries
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Not all cherry trees are cultivated for their fruit; many ornamental varieties are bred specifically for their showy blossoms. This means that while some cherry trees produce delicious, ripe fruit, others, such as the widely celebrated flowering cherries, produce small, bitter, or even inedible cherries designed only for the birds.