I planted a Cherry Tree about July (it is approx 4 ft tall). I have watered regular throughout the summer, but I need to know if I should keep watering it throughout the winter also?
Newly planted trees should be regularly watered until they enter dormancy.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/cherry/cherry-tree-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/watering-newly-planted-tree.htm
How do I keep my potted baby Bing cherry trees alive during winter?
Bing cherries in the ground can be grown outdoors in winter in gardening zones 5 through 8. Since yours are in pots, they will be more sensitive to cold, and it is recommended to keep them outdoors only in zones 7 and 8. In colder zones, you shoul dbring them indoors. Here is how to determine your gardening zone:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/planting-zones/usda-planting-zone-map.htm
When should I have my wild cherry tree trimmed?
Late winter or early spring are the best times to have a wild cherry tree pruned:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/cherry/cherry-tree-pruning.htm
I have a cherry tree in my garden which I grew from a cherry stone from a known fruiting sweet cherry tree. It as about 40 years old and 15/20 foot tall. It has fruits every summer but they are always very small, dry and sometimes bitter. We rarely have frosts during flowering but the land is dry sandy/loose gravel over clay. The garden is north facing and the tree is often in shade. I have tried everything from watering to mulching. Is it time I should cut it down and replace
Is your concern the flavor of the Cherries? The tree that you grew from an existing Cherry Tree stone, is likely not the same as the parent tree. It may be more like the root stock Cherry and the root stock is often a less palatable fruit tree stock.
There is really nothing to be done to change the fruit that your tree is growing.
If your looking for a tasty Cherry Tree I would suggest you check with your local County Extension Office for a list of recommended trees in your region.
Here is a link to help you locate your nearest office.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/cherry/types-of-cherry-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/cherry/cherry-tree-care.htm
I understand I need to plant two trees to get the best yield results. Can I plant one sweet and one sour Or do they both need to be the same type?
This article will help you with Cherry Tree pollinators.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/cherry/pollinating-a-cherry-tree.htm
What is the pruning method for cherry trees to produce more fruit?
These articles will give you some helpful guidelines:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/cherry/cherry-tree-pruning.htm
http://ext100.wsu.edu/maritimefruit/pruning-tree-fruit-the-basics/
https://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/garden/mg/pruning/other.html
I have a very large Brazilian Cherry that came with the house when we bought it last year. It is absolutely laden with fruit and has been for months. I would like to cut it back but am unsure when and how much to cut back. I was told that if you cut it too hard it will not produce fruit for another 7 years. It gets full sun and faces the east. We live on the Sunshine Coast, QLD. Thank you for your assistance Cheers Sarah
This link will help you with pruning your Cherry Tree.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/cherry/cherry-tree-pruning.htm