Many native trees have inconspicuous flowers. Not so the bird cherry which presents a stunning display of blooms at this time of year.
When not in bloom it is not immediately easy to recognise. The leaves are leaf-shaped with a textured surface and tiny serrations round the edge. The leaf stalks have two little pimples near the leaf - the glands typical of most cherries. The twigs and young branches are dark brown with light spots or lenticels.
The small black berries are enjoyed by birds but too bitter for us.
The bird cherries at Filnore Woods are the type, the naturally occurring native. But in parks and gardens you may come across a variety called 'Watereri' which has more conspicuous flowers but is a less attractive tree, in my opinion.
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