Botanical Name:
Prunus serotina
Other Names:
American cherry, Wild cherry, Whiskey cherry
Natural Characteristics: Fine grain and smooth texture.
Color:
Heartwood: light brown to dark red.
Sapwood: white to cream.
Workability:
Good
Finishing
Qualities
Excellent
Durability:
Excellent
Uses:
Furniture, cabinetry, turnings.
Comments:
Cherry tends to darken with age. Sapwood and heartwood have very different colors.
WARNING: Some cherry is harvested from old orchards. These trees were often sprayed with pesticides which were then absorbed into the tree. Special care should be taken to control sawdust and minimize exposure to dust.
Price: Moderate

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