cherry tree for the kids

[j.p.landscaping]

This might sound like a stupid question but I have no knowledge on this matter and wish to learn more about it so here goes...

I had bought a small cherry tree from a garden center to plant in my own yard for my kids. Kinda a cute family thing, ya know. Well to my surprise the tree, as small and young as it is, started producing cherries already. Not many, only about a dozen or so but they were very healthy until the squirrels had their way with them. Anyway I had noticed that the tree was sprouting 2 small branches right at the base. Now I learned that something like that should be pruned off so it doesn't start to draw nurturance away from the rest of the tree but before I cut it off I wanted to know how I can turn these small pieces into another tree or 2.should I cut them off and try replanting them in a pot or soak them in water or a special mixture??

Would love to produce 2 more trees so I can pass down one to each kid when they have there own houses.

Thanks for any help!!!
Jay

 

[rbtree]

Jay, I'd just cut em off.....

The tree may well be grafted, and the suckers are coming form root stock, so won't amount to anything. As well, I don't think there's any way to start them.

Just go look for some whips or young trees, you can get them for $1-15 depending on size. For that price you can toss in a whole bunch of different trees.

 

[Guy Meilleur]

before passing down progeny, first be sure the present specimen will last for the family to enjoy.

http://www.treesaregood.com/treecare/tree_planting.asp

Was it planted right? Can you find the flare?

 

[j.p.landscaping]

Wow Guy, Thanks for the link to that great site!!