It does have a brownish tint like p. maacki hortster (that is a new species to add to my tree list for future reference). Now wouldn't that have to be planted to exist in her yard? They have not escaped from cultivation in the NE correct? I would think if it was wild it would have to be p. serotina or virginiana. I tell you one thing, I LOVE young cherry bark! It is so smooth, vibrant, and beautiful with the polished look broken up by the white/silver streaks. So lovely when young. I do not care for the mature shaggy bark at all though.

Bass, I have(7gallon) pots ready and plan on doing that this week. When I add soil should I mix the fertilizer thoroughly then repot? Or add it just to the top layer? As far as good soil goes, I have organic miracle grow for fruits/veggies that I already have handy. Is this ok, or not good for figs? Thanks so much for all your advice and help!

Something I have been looking into recently is the Evans Bali cherry tree. It will hold itself at around 20 ft or less, produces like crazy (100+ lbs once established) and gets mad if you try to baby it (low maintenance). It is considered a tart cherry, but if left to hang on the tree they sweeten to the point that they can be enjoyed fresh. Much like the romance cherries released from University of Saskatchewan. Pears on the OHxF 333 rootstock will stay under 20 ft as well. Some varieties that are fireblight resistant are Warren (self fertile), Harrow Delight, Blakes Pride and Moonglow. These have good flavor and the last 3 will cross pollinate. Pears don't like too much babying either. Apples get taken to the cleaners in Utah and by the time you get done spraying them for everything that will hassle them they will be less organic than store bought ones. Most late blooming peaches from Dave Wilson Nursery on Citation rootstock will do fine. Citation will hold peaches/nectarines to 15 ft and does well in the heavy soil we have here. Check bloom times and find a late bloomer. I am playing with Indian Free, O'henry and Spice Zee. You can also get dwarf peaches and nectarines that will only Beautiful for edible landscaping. Hope these ideas help.

Hi there I think your tree might be Cotoneaster bullatus. Try Googling it. Good luck!