Choose ripe cherries from a healthy tree
Remove the fruit flesh completely from the pits
Rinse the pits thoroughly
Dry the pits for a day or two
Crack the hard outer shell carefully if desired, without damaging the seed
Place the seeds in a moist paper towel or damp peat moss
Seal them in a plastic bag
Refrigerate them for 10 to 14 weeks for cold stratification
Check occasionally to keep them slightly moist
Plant sprouted seeds in small pots with well-draining soil
Place the pots in a sunny location
Keep the soil evenly moist, not soggy
Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost
Choose a site with full sun and well-drained soil
Space trees properly for mature growth
Water young trees regularly
Protect seedlings from pests and animals
Be patient, since seed-grown cherry trees may take years to fruit
Expect fruit quality to vary from the parent tree