{
  "names": {
    "common": {
      "de": "Süßkirsche",
      "en": "sweet cherry"
    },
    "plural": {
      "de": "Süßkirsche",
      "en": "sweet cherries"
    },
    "botanical": "Prunus avium",
    "synonyms": {
      "de": [
        "Süß-Kirsche",
        "Wildkirsche",
        "Speisekirsche",
        "Prunus avium",
        "Knorpelkirsche",
        "Süsskirsche",
        "Cerasus avium",
        "Vogelkirsche",
        "Süss-Kirsche",
        "cerisier des oiseaux",
        "Kirsche",
        "Vogel-Kirsche"
      ],
      "en": [
        "sweet cherry",
        "wild cherry",
        "gean",
        "bird cherry"
      ]
    },
    "common_synonyms": {
      "de": [
        "Süß-Kirsche",
        "Wildkirsche",
        "Speisekirsche",
        "Prunus avium",
        "Knorpelkirsche",
        "Süsskirsche",
        "Cerasus avium",
        "Vogelkirsche",
        "Süss-Kirsche",
        "cerisier des oiseaux",
        "Kirsche",
        "Vogel-Kirsche"
      ],
      "en": [
        "sweet cherry",
        "wild cherry",
        "gean",
        "bird cherry"
      ]
    },
    "search_terms": {
      "de": [
        "Süßkirsche"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Prunus avium"
      ]
    }
  },
  "taxonomy": {
    "kingdom": "Plantae",
    "clades": [
      "Angiosperms",
      "Eudicots",
      "Rosids"
    ],
    "order": "Rosales",
    "family_botanical": "Rosaceae",
    "family": {
      "de": "Rosengewächse",
      "en": "Rose family"
    },
    "subfamily": "Amygdaloideae",
    "genus": "Prunus",
    "species": "Prunus avium",
    "hybrid_status": "not_hybrid",
    "related_crops": [
      "Prunus cerasus",
      "Prunus padus"
    ]
  },
  "classification": {
    "main_group": "Fruit",
    "sub_group": "Stone fruit",
    "crop_group": "Cherries",
    "life_cycle": "Perennial",
    "perennial": true,
    "woody": true,
    "tree": true,
    "shrub": false,
    "edible_parts": {
      "de": [
        "Frucht (Süßkirsche)"
      ],
      "en": [
        "fruit (cherry)"
      ]
    },
    "nutrient_group": "fruit"
  },
  "calendar": {
    "sowing_indoor": {
      "notes": {
        "de": "Süßkirschen werden nicht im Haus vorgezogen, da sie als Bäume direkt gepflanzt werden.",
        "en": "Sweet cherries are not started indoors as they are trees planted directly."
      }
    },
    "sowing_outdoor": {
      "notes": {
        "de": "Süßkirschen werden in der Regel nicht ausgesät, sondern als veredelte Bäume gepflanzt.",
        "en": "Sweet cherries are typically not sown but planted as grafted trees."
      }
    },
    "planting_out": {
      "months": [
        3,
        4,
        10,
        11
      ],
      "earliest_month": 3,
      "latest_month": 11,
      "notes": {
        "de": "Pflanzung von Süßkirsche im Frühjahr (März–April) oder Herbst (Oktober–November) bei frostfreiem Boden.",
        "en": "Plant sweet cherry in spring (March–April) or autumn (October–November) when soil is frost-free."
      }
    },
    "harvest": {
      "months": [
        6,
        7,
        8
      ],
      "earliest_month": 6,
      "latest_month": 8,
      "notes": {
        "de": "Ernte der Süßkirschen je nach Sorte und Region von Juni bis August.",
        "en": "Harvest sweet cherries from June to August depending on cultivar and region."
      }
    },
    "month_tasks": {
      "1": [
        {
          "de": "Baumschnitt an frostfreien Tagen",
          "en": "Prune on frost-free days"
        }
      ],
      "2": [
        {
          "de": "Baumschnitt abschließen",
          "en": "Finish pruning"
        }
      ],
      "3": [
        {
          "de": "Pflanzung vorbereiten",
          "en": "Prepare planting"
        }
      ],
      "4": [
        {
          "de": "Pflanzung",
          "en": "Planting"
        }
      ],
      "5": [
        {
          "de": "Kontrolle auf Schädlinge (Blattläuse, Kirschfruchtfliege)",
          "en": "Check for pests (aphids, cherry fruit fly)"
        }
      ],
      "6": [
        {
          "de": "Ernte beginnen",
          "en": "Start harvest"
        }
      ],
      "7": [
        {
          "de": "Ernte fortsetzen",
          "en": "Continue harvest"
        }
      ],
      "8": [
        {
          "de": "Ernte abschließen",
          "en": "Finish harvest"
        }
      ],
      "9": [
        {
          "de": "Bei Trockenheit wässern",
          "en": "Water if dry"
        }
      ],
      "10": [
        {
          "de": "Herbstpflanzung",
          "en": "Autumn planting"
        }
      ],
      "11": [
        {
          "de": "Herbstpflanzung abschließen",
          "en": "Finish autumn planting"
        }
      ],
      "12": [
        {
          "de": "Winterschutz anbringen",
          "en": "Apply winter protection"
        }
      ]
    },
    "month_tasks_structured": {
      "1": [
        {
          "task": "prune",
          "label": {
            "de": "Baumschnitt",
            "en": "Tree pruning"
          },
          "priority": "medium",
          "months": [
            1
          ],
          "condition": "frostfrei",
          "estimated_effort": "2–3 Stunden pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Totholz und sich kreuzende Äste entfernen.",
            "en": "Remove dead wood and crossing branches."
          }
        }
      ],
      "2": [
        {
          "task": "prune",
          "label": {
            "de": "Baumschnitt abschließen",
            "en": "Finish pruning"
          },
          "priority": "medium",
          "months": [
            2
          ],
          "condition": "frostfrei",
          "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Schnittwunden ggf. mit Wundverschluss behandeln.",
            "en": "Treat wounds with wound sealant if needed."
          }
        }
      ],
      "3": [
        {
          "task": "prepare_planting",
          "label": {
            "de": "Pflanzung vorbereiten",
            "en": "Prepare planting"
          },
          "priority": "high",
          "months": [
            3
          ],
          "condition": "Boden frostfrei",
          "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Pflanzloch ausheben und Boden mit Kompost verbessern.",
            "en": "Dig planting hole and improve soil with compost."
          }
        }
      ],
      "4": [
        {
          "task": "plant",
          "label": {
            "de": "Pflanzung",
            "en": "Planting"
          },
          "priority": "high",
          "months": [
            4
          ],
          "condition": "Boden nicht nass",
          "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Veredelungsstelle bleibt über dem Boden.",
            "en": "Keep graft union above soil."
          }
        }
      ],
      "5": [
        {
          "task": "pest_control",
          "label": {
            "de": "Schädlingskontrolle",
            "en": "Pest control"
          },
          "priority": "low",
          "months": [
            5
          ],
          "condition": "Austrieb sichtbar",
          "estimated_effort": "30 Minuten",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Auf Blattläuse und Kirschfruchtfliege achten.",
            "en": "Watch for aphids and cherry fruit fly."
          }
        }
      ],
      "6": [
        {
          "task": "harvest",
          "label": {
            "de": "Ernte",
            "en": "Harvest"
          },
          "priority": "high",
          "months": [
            6
          ],
          "condition": "Früchte reif",
          "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Früchte mit Stiel pflücken.",
            "en": "Pick fruit with stem attached."
          }
        }
      ],
      "7": [
        {
          "task": "harvest",
          "label": {
            "de": "Ernte fortsetzen",
            "en": "Continue harvest"
          },
          "priority": "high",
          "months": [
            7
          ],
          "condition": "Früchte reif",
          "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Vögel abdecken oder Netz anbringen.",
            "en": "Cover birds or apply netting."
          }
        }
      ],
      "8": [
        {
          "task": "harvest",
          "label": {
            "de": "Ernte abschließen",
            "en": "Finish harvest"
          },
          "priority": "high",
          "months": [
            8
          ],
          "condition": "Früchte reif",
          "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Letzte Früchte ernten und Fallobst entfernen.",
            "en": "Harvest last fruit and remove fallen fruit."
          }
        }
      ],
      "9": [
        {
          "task": "water",
          "label": {
            "de": "Bewässerung",
            "en": "Watering"
          },
          "priority": "low",
          "months": [
            9
          ],
          "condition": "Trockenheit",
          "estimated_effort": "30 Minuten",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Junge Bäume vor dem Winter ausreichend wässern.",
            "en": "Water young trees sufficiently before winter."
          }
        }
      ],
      "10": [
        {
          "task": "plant",
          "label": {
            "de": "Herbstpflanzung",
            "en": "Autumn planting"
          },
          "priority": "medium",
          "months": [
            10
          ],
          "condition": "Boden frostfrei",
          "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Pflanzung bis November möglich.",
            "en": "Planting possible until November."
          }
        }
      ],
      "11": [
        {
          "task": "plant",
          "label": {
            "de": "Herbstpflanzung abschließen",
            "en": "Finish autumn planting"
          },
          "priority": "medium",
          "months": [
            11
          ],
          "condition": "Boden frostfrei",
          "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Letzte Pflanzungen vor Frost.",
            "en": "Last plantings before frost."
          }
        }
      ],
      "12": [
        {
          "task": "protect",
          "label": {
            "de": "Winterschutz",
            "en": "Winter protection"
          },
          "priority": "low",
          "months": [
            12
          ],
          "condition": "Frost",
          "estimated_effort": "30 Minuten",
          "notes": {
            "de": "Stamm mit Jute oder Weißanstrich schützen.",
            "en": "Protect trunk with jute or white paint."
          }
        }
      ]
    }
  },
  "structured_month_tasks": {
    "1": [
      {
        "task": "prune",
        "label": {
          "de": "Baumschnitt",
          "en": "Tree pruning"
        },
        "priority": "medium",
        "months": [
          1
        ],
        "condition": "frostfrei",
        "estimated_effort": "2–3 Stunden pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Totholz und sich kreuzende Äste entfernen.",
          "en": "Remove dead wood and crossing branches."
        }
      }
    ],
    "2": [
      {
        "task": "prune",
        "label": {
          "de": "Baumschnitt abschließen",
          "en": "Finish pruning"
        },
        "priority": "medium",
        "months": [
          2
        ],
        "condition": "frostfrei",
        "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Schnittwunden ggf. mit Wundverschluss behandeln.",
          "en": "Treat wounds with wound sealant if needed."
        }
      }
    ],
    "3": [
      {
        "task": "prepare_planting",
        "label": {
          "de": "Pflanzung vorbereiten",
          "en": "Prepare planting"
        },
        "priority": "high",
        "months": [
          3
        ],
        "condition": "Boden frostfrei",
        "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Pflanzloch ausheben und Boden mit Kompost verbessern.",
          "en": "Dig planting hole and improve soil with compost."
        }
      }
    ],
    "4": [
      {
        "task": "plant",
        "label": {
          "de": "Pflanzung",
          "en": "Planting"
        },
        "priority": "high",
        "months": [
          4
        ],
        "condition": "Boden nicht nass",
        "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Veredelungsstelle bleibt über dem Boden.",
          "en": "Keep graft union above soil."
        }
      }
    ],
    "5": [
      {
        "task": "pest_control",
        "label": {
          "de": "Schädlingskontrolle",
          "en": "Pest control"
        },
        "priority": "low",
        "months": [
          5
        ],
        "condition": "Austrieb sichtbar",
        "estimated_effort": "30 Minuten",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Auf Blattläuse und Kirschfruchtfliege achten.",
          "en": "Watch for aphids and cherry fruit fly."
        }
      }
    ],
    "6": [
      {
        "task": "harvest",
        "label": {
          "de": "Ernte",
          "en": "Harvest"
        },
        "priority": "high",
        "months": [
          6
        ],
        "condition": "Früchte reif",
        "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Früchte mit Stiel pflücken.",
          "en": "Pick fruit with stem attached."
        }
      }
    ],
    "7": [
      {
        "task": "harvest",
        "label": {
          "de": "Ernte fortsetzen",
          "en": "Continue harvest"
        },
        "priority": "high",
        "months": [
          7
        ],
        "condition": "Früchte reif",
        "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Vögel abdecken oder Netz anbringen.",
          "en": "Cover birds or apply netting."
        }
      }
    ],
    "8": [
      {
        "task": "harvest",
        "label": {
          "de": "Ernte abschließen",
          "en": "Finish harvest"
        },
        "priority": "high",
        "months": [
          8
        ],
        "condition": "Früchte reif",
        "estimated_effort": "1 Stunde pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Letzte Früchte ernten und Fallobst entfernen.",
          "en": "Harvest last fruit and remove fallen fruit."
        }
      }
    ],
    "9": [
      {
        "task": "water",
        "label": {
          "de": "Bewässerung",
          "en": "Watering"
        },
        "priority": "low",
        "months": [
          9
        ],
        "condition": "Trockenheit",
        "estimated_effort": "30 Minuten",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Junge Bäume vor dem Winter ausreichend wässern.",
          "en": "Water young trees sufficiently before winter."
        }
      }
    ],
    "10": [
      {
        "task": "plant",
        "label": {
          "de": "Herbstpflanzung",
          "en": "Autumn planting"
        },
        "priority": "medium",
        "months": [
          10
        ],
        "condition": "Boden frostfrei",
        "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Pflanzung bis November möglich.",
          "en": "Planting possible until November."
        }
      }
    ],
    "11": [
      {
        "task": "plant",
        "label": {
          "de": "Herbstpflanzung abschließen",
          "en": "Finish autumn planting"
        },
        "priority": "medium",
        "months": [
          11
        ],
        "condition": "Boden frostfrei",
        "estimated_effort": "1–2 Stunden pro Baum",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Letzte Pflanzungen vor Frost.",
          "en": "Last plantings before frost."
        }
      }
    ],
    "12": [
      {
        "task": "protect",
        "label": {
          "de": "Winterschutz",
          "en": "Winter protection"
        },
        "priority": "low",
        "months": [
          12
        ],
        "condition": "Frost",
        "estimated_effort": "30 Minuten",
        "notes": {
          "de": "Stamm mit Jute oder Weißanstrich schützen.",
          "en": "Protect trunk with jute or white paint."
        }
      }
    ]
  },
  "cultivation_specs": {
    "seed": {
      "light_germinator": false,
      "dark_germinator": true,
      "cold_germinator": true,
      "stratification_needed": true,
      "pre_soaking_recommended": false,
      "germination_temp_c_min": 1,
      "germination_temp_c_max": 5,
      "germination_days_min": 90,
      "germination_days_max": 150,
      "seed_lifespan_years_min": 1,
      "seed_lifespan_years_max": 2,
      "direct_sowing_possible": false,
      "pre_culture_recommended": false
    },
    "spacing": {
      "plant_spacing_cm_min": 400,
      "plant_spacing_cm_max": 800,
      "row_spacing_cm_min": 500,
      "row_spacing_cm_max": 1000,
      "spacing_notes": {
        "de": "Abhängig von der Unterlage: schwachwüchsige Sorten 4–5 m, starkwüchsige 6–8 m. Zeilenabstand mindestens 5 m.",
        "en": "Depends on rootstock: low-vigour varieties 4–5 m, vigorous 6–8 m. Row spacing at least 5 m."
      }
    },
    "growth_dimensions": {
      "height_cm_min": 400,
      "height_cm_max": 1200,
      "width_cm_min": 300,
      "width_cm_max": 800,
      "root_depth_cm_min": 60,
      "root_depth_cm_max": 120,
      "root_spread_cm_min": 400,
      "root_spread_cm_max": 800,
      "growth_speed": "medium",
      "final_size_notes": {
        "de": "Bis 12 m Höhe bei Wildform, bei Kulturformen auf schwachwüchsigen Unterlagen 4–6 m.",
        "en": "Up to 12 m tall for wild forms; cultivated on dwarfing rootstocks reach 4–6 m."
      }
    },
    "temperature": {
      "min_growing_temp_c": -25,
      "optimal_temp_c_min": 15,
      "optimal_temp_c_max": 25,
      "max_heat_tolerance_c": 35,
      "frost_sensitive": false,
      "late_frost_sensitive": true,
      "heat_tolerance": "medium",
      "cold_tolerance": "high",
      "temperature_notes": {
        "de": "Spätfrost gefährdet die Blüte. Standortwahl gegen Ostwind und in frostfreier Lage bevorzugt.",
        "en": "Late frost endangers bloom. Prefer site protected from east wind and frost."
      }
    },
    "water": {
      "water_need": "medium",
      "critical_water_phases": {
        "de": [
          "Fruchtansatz und Fruchtwachstum (Mai–Juli)"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Fruit set and fruit growth (May–July)"
        ]
      },
      "drought_tolerant": false,
      "drought_sensitivity": "medium",
      "waterlogging_sensitive": true,
      "mulching_recommended": true,
      "water_notes": {
        "de": "Staunässe vermeiden; bei Trockenheit während der Fruchtentwicklung wässern.",
        "en": "Avoid waterlogging; water during dry spells in fruit development."
      }
    },
    "nutrition": {
      "nutrient_group": "heavy_feeder",
      "heavy_feeder": true,
      "medium_feeder": false,
      "light_feeder": false,
      "nitrogen_need": "medium",
      "phosphorus_need": "medium",
      "potassium_need": "high",
      "calcium_need": "medium",
      "magnesium_need": "medium",
      "compost_recommended": true,
      "mulching_recommended": true,
      "fertilizer_sensitivity": "low",
      "nutrition_notes": {
        "de": "Jährlich Kompost oder organischen Dünger (3–5 l/m²) im Frühjahr ausbringen. Kalium für Fruchtqualität wichtig.",
        "en": "Apply compost or organic fertilizer (3–5 l/m²) annually in spring. Potassium important for fruit quality."
      }
    },
    "container": {
      "container_suitable": false,
      "drainage_required": true,
      "repotting_needed": false,
      "container_notes": {
        "de": "Süßkirschen sind für Kübelhaltung ungeeignet, da sie tiefe Wurzeln und große Kronen entwickeln.",
        "en": "Sweet cherries are unsuitable for containers due to deep roots and large canopies."
      }
    },
    "support": {
      "needs_support": false,
      "support_recommended": false,
      "climbing": false,
      "vining": false,
      "trellis_recommended": false,
      "training_required": true,
      "support_notes": {
        "de": "Junge Bäume benötigen einen Pfahl zur Stabilisierung in den ersten 3 Jahren.",
        "en": "Young trees need a stake for stabilization in the first 3 years."
      }
    },
    "cultivation_modes": {
      "outdoor_bed_suitable": true,
      "raised_bed_suitable": false,
      "container_suitable": false,
      "balcony_suitable": false,
      "greenhouse_suitable": false,
      "polytunnel_suitable": false,
      "indoor_suitable": false,
      "windowsill_suitable": false,
      "hydroponic_possible": false,
      "permaculture_suitable": true,
      "no_dig_suitable": false
    },
    "yield_density": {
      "yield_per_plant_min": 15,
      "yield_per_plant_max": 50,
      "yield_unit": "kg",
      "yield_reliability": "medium",
      "yield_notes": {
        "de": "Ertrag stark sortenabhängig; Vollertrag ab etwa 7. Standjahr.",
        "en": "Yield highly variety-dependent; full yield from about 7th year."
      }
    }
  },
  "site": {
    "sun_exposure": {
      "de": "Vollsonne",
      "en": "Full sun"
    },
    "wind_protection": {
      "de": "Geschützt",
      "en": "Sheltered"
    },
    "site_notes": {
      "de": "Bevorzugt einen warmen, vor Spätfrösten geschützten Platz.",
      "en": "Prefers a warm site protected from late frosts."
    }
  },
  "soil": {
    "soil_type": {
      "de": "Tiefgründig, humusreich, locker",
      "en": "Deep, humus-rich, loose"
    },
    "ph_min": 6.0,
    "ph_max": 7.5,
    "soil_notes": {
      "de": "Kalkverträglich, aber nicht auf schweren, verdichteten Böden. Gute Drainage notwendig.",
      "en": "Tolerant of lime but not on heavy, compacted soils. Good drainage required."
    }
  },
  "watering": {
    "water_need": "medium",
    "critical_water_phases": {
      "de": [
        "Fruchtansatz und Fruchtwachstum (Mai–Juli)"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Fruit set and fruit growth (May–July)"
      ]
    },
    "drought_tolerant": false,
    "drought_sensitivity": "medium",
    "waterlogging_sensitive": true,
    "mulching_recommended": true,
    "water_notes": {
      "de": "Staunässe vermeiden; bei Trockenheit während der Fruchtentwicklung wässern.",
      "en": "Avoid waterlogging; water during dry spells in fruit development."
    }
  },
  "nutrition": {
    "nutrient_group": "heavy_feeder",
    "heavy_feeder": true,
    "medium_feeder": false,
    "light_feeder": false,
    "nitrogen_need": "medium",
    "phosphorus_need": "medium",
    "potassium_need": "high",
    "calcium_need": "medium",
    "magnesium_need": "medium",
    "compost_recommended": true,
    "mulching_recommended": true,
    "fertilizer_sensitivity": "low",
    "nutrition_notes": {
      "de": "Jährlich Kompost oder organischen Dünger (3–5 l/m²) im Frühjahr ausbringen. Kalium für Fruchtqualität wichtig.",
      "en": "Apply compost or organic fertilizer (3–5 l/m²) annually in spring. Potassium important for fruit quality."
    }
  },
  "cultivation_planning": {
    "succession_sowing": {
      "possible": false
    },
    "bed_planning_notes": {
      "de": "Süßkirschen sind mehrjährige Bäume und benötigen einen festen Standort. Keine Fruchtfolge im klassischen Sinne.",
      "en": "Sweet cherries are perennial trees requiring a permanent site. No crop rotation in the classic sense."
    },
    "rotation_priority": "low",
    "interplanting_potential": "Unterpflanzung mit niedrigen Stauden oder Bodendeckern möglich, aber nicht üblich.",
    "mechanization_relevance": "Obsternte und Schnitt mit Leiter; maschinelle Ernte nur in großen Plantagen."
  },
  "crop_rotation": {
    "applicable": false,
    "notes": {
      "de": "Süßkirschen sind mehrjährige Bäume, daher keine klassische Fruchtfolge. Standortwechsel nicht möglich; Monokultur vermeiden.",
      "en": "Sweet cherries are perennial trees, so no classic crop rotation. Site rotation not possible; avoid monoculture."
    }
  },
  "companion_planting": {
    "approach": "general_companion_guidelines",
    "good_neighbors": [
      {
        "slug": "allium-sativum",
        "name": {
          "de": "Knoblauch",
          "en": "Garlic"
        },
        "reason": {
          "de": "Knoblauch soll Schädlinge abschrecken.",
          "en": "Garlic is believed to deter pests."
        },
        "relationship_type": "protective"
      },
      {
        "slug": "lupinus",
        "name": {
          "de": "Lupine",
          "en": "Lupin"
        },
        "reason": {
          "de": "Lupinen lockern den Boden und binden Stickstoff.",
          "en": "Lupins loosen soil and fix nitrogen."
        },
        "relationship_type": "soil_improver"
      }
    ],
    "bad_neighbors": [
      {
        "slug": "juglans-regia",
        "name": {
          "de": "Walnuss",
          "en": "Walnut"
        },
        "reason": {
          "de": "Walnuss gibt Juglon ab, das das Kirschwachstum hemmt.",
          "en": "Walnut releases juglone which inhibits cherry growth."
        },
        "relationship_type": "antagonistic"
      },
      {
        "slug": "solanum-tuberosum",
        "name": {
          "de": "Kartoffel",
          "en": "Potato"
        },
        "reason": {
          "de": "Kartoffeln konkurrieren um Nährstoffe und begünstigen Pilzkrankheiten.",
          "en": "Potatoes compete for nutrients and promote fungal diseases."
        },
        "relationship_type": "competitive"
      }
    ],
    "design_rules": {
      "de": [
        "Süßkirschen als Solitärbäume pflanzen.",
        "Unterpflanzung mit niedrigen Stauden oder Bodendeckern möglich.",
        "Keine Starkzehrer direkt unter der Krone pflanzen."
      ],
      "en": [
        "Plant sweet cherries as solitary trees.",
        "Underplanting with low perennials or groundcovers possible.",
        "Do not plant heavy feeders directly under the canopy."
      ]
    },
    "notes": {
      "de": "Gute Nachbarn sind Knoblauch, Borretsch und Erdbeeren. Schlechte Nachbarn sind Walnuss, Kartoffeln und andere Steinobstarten.",
      "en": "Good neighbors include garlic, borage, and strawberries. Bad neighbors are walnut, potatoes, and other stone fruits."
    }
  },
  "deficiencies": [
    {
      "nutrient": "Kalium",
      "symptoms": {
        "de": [
          "Braune Blattränder",
          "Früchte bleiben klein und geschmacklos"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Brown leaf margins",
          "Fruit stays small and tasteless"
        ]
      },
      "remedy": {
        "de": [
          "Kaliumbetonte Düngung (z.B. Patentkali)",
          "Kompostgabe"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Potassium-rich fertilizer (e.g., sulfate of potash)",
          "Compost application"
        ]
      }
    },
    {
      "nutrient": "Stickstoff",
      "symptoms": {
        "de": [
          "Hellgrüne Blätter",
          "Schwaches Wachstum"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Pale green leaves",
          "Weak growth"
        ]
      },
      "remedy": {
        "de": [
          "Hornspäne oder organischen Stickstoffdünger ausbringen"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Apply horn meal or organic nitrogen fertilizer"
        ]
      }
    }
  ],
  "problems": [
    {
      "slug": "vogelfrass",
      "name": {
        "de": "Vogelfraß",
        "en": "Bird damage"
      },
      "description": {
        "de": "Vögel fressen die Früchte vor der Ernte.",
        "en": "Birds eat fruit before harvest."
      },
      "prevention": {
        "de": [
          "Netze über die Krone spannen",
          "Vogelscheuchen oder reflektierende Bänder"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Netting over canopy",
          "Scarecrows or reflective tape"
        ]
      }
    },
    {
      "slug": "platze-fruchte",
      "name": {
        "de": "Platzen der Früchte",
        "en": "Fruit cracking"
      },
      "description": {
        "de": "Bei Regen kurz vor der Ernte platzen die Kirschen auf.",
        "en": "Rain just before harvest causes cherries to crack."
      },
      "prevention": {
        "de": [
          "Frühe Sorten wählen",
          "Überdachung bei Regen",
          "Regelmäßige Bewässerung trocken halten"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Choose early varieties",
          "Cover during rain",
          "Keep watering consistent"
        ]
      }
    }
  ],
  "problem_management": {
    "common_pest_groups": {
      "de": [
        "Insekten (Kirschfruchtfliege, Blattläuse, Kirschblütenstecher)",
        "Vögel"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Insects (cherry fruit fly, aphids, cherry weevil)",
        "Birds"
      ]
    },
    "common_disease_groups": {
      "de": [
        "Pilzkrankheiten (Monilia, Sprühfleckenkrankheit, Schrotschuss)",
        "Bakterienkrankheiten (Bakterienbrand)"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Fungal diseases (Monilia, shot hole, bacterial canker)",
        "Bacterial diseases (bacterial canker)"
      ]
    },
    "prevention_principles": {
      "de": [
        "Standortwahl mit guter Luftzirkulation",
        "Regelmäßiger Erziehungsschnitt",
        "Fallobst und Laub entfernen",
        "Fruchtmumien beseitigen"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Choose site with good air circulation",
        "Regular training pruning",
        "Remove fallen fruit and leaves",
        "Remove mummified fruit"
      ]
    },
    "diagnosis_notes": {
      "de": "Regelmäßige Kontrolle von Blättern und Früchten ab Mai. Bei ersten Symptomen sofort handeln.",
      "en": "Regular inspection of leaves and fruit from May onward. Act immediately at first symptoms."
    }
  },
  "disease_graph": {
    "scope": "sweet_cherry",
    "profiles": [
      {
        "slug": "monilia-laxa",
        "severity": "high",
        "conditions": {
          "de": [
            "Kühle, feuchte Witterung während der Blüte"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Cool, wet weather during bloom"
          ]
        },
        "affected_parts": {
          "de": [
            "Blüten",
            "Triebe",
            "Früchte"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Blossoms",
            "Shoots",
            "Fruit"
          ]
        },
        "prevention": {
          "de": [
            "Resistente Sorten wählen",
            "Schnittmaßnahmen",
            "Blütenbehandlung mit Schwefel"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Choose resistant varieties",
            "Pruning measures",
            "Sulfur spray at bloom"
          ]
        },
        "organic_control": {
          "de": [
            "Sofortiger Rückschnitt befallener Triebe",
            "Entfernung von Fruchtmumien"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Immediate pruning of infected shoots",
            "Remove mummified fruit"
          ]
        }
      },
      {
        "slug": "blumeriella-jaapii",
        "severity": "medium",
        "conditions": {
          "de": [
            "Langanhaltende Feuchtigkeit im Frühjahr"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Prolonged wetness in spring"
          ]
        },
        "affected_parts": {
          "de": [
            "Blätter"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Leaves"
          ]
        },
        "prevention": {
          "de": [
            "Laub im Herbst entfernen",
            "Netz über die Pflanze bei Regen"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Remove leaves in autumn",
            "Cover during rain"
          ]
        },
        "organic_control": {
          "de": [
            "Schwefelkalkbrühe",
            "Brennesseljauche als Stärkungsmittel"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Lime sulfur",
            "Nettle tea as strengthener"
          ]
        }
      }
    ],
    "diagnostic_rules": [
      {
        "symptom": {
          "de": "Welke Blüten",
          "en": "Wilted blossoms"
        },
        "possible_causes": [
          "monilia-laxa",
          "frost_schaden"
        ],
        "first_checks": {
          "de": [
            "Wetter zur Blütezeit prüfen",
            "Befallene Stellen auf Sporenlager untersuchen"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Check weather during bloom",
            "Examine affected areas for spore clusters"
          ]
        }
      },
      {
        "symptom": {
          "de": "Löcher in Blättern",
          "en": "Holes in leaves"
        },
        "possible_causes": [
          "blumeriella-jaapii",
          "insektenfrass"
        ],
        "first_checks": {
          "de": [
            "Blattunterseiten auf Schädlinge prüfen",
            "Flecken vor dem Lochfraß beobachten"
          ],
          "en": [
            "Check leaf undersides for pests",
            "Observe spots before hole formation"
          ]
        }
      }
    ],
    "prevention_strategy": {
      "cultural": {
        "de": [
          "Luftige Kronenerziehung",
          "Ausreichender Pflanzabstand",
          "Standortwahl mit guter Luftzirkulation"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Airy crown training",
          "Adequate planting distance",
          "Site selection with good air circulation"
        ]
      },
      "monitoring": {
        "de": [
          "Wöchentliche Kontrolle ab Mai",
          "Gelbtafeln für Kirschfruchtfliege",
          "Kontrolle auf Fruchtmumien im Winter"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Weekly inspection from May",
          "Yellow sticky traps for cherry fruit fly",
          "Check for mummified fruit in winter"
        ]
      },
      "organic_first_response": {
        "de": [
          "Schnitte bei Trockenheit",
          "Nützlingsförderung",
          "Pflanzstärkungsmittel anwenden"
        ],
        "en": [
          "Prune when dry",
          "Encourage beneficials",
          "Apply plant strengtheners"
        ]
      },
      "notes": {
        "de": "Integrierter Pflanzenschutz mit Schwerpunkt auf Prävention und mechanischen Maßnahmen ist am effektivsten.",
        "en": "Integrated pest management focusing on prevention and mechanical measures is most effective."
      }
    }
  },
  "diagnosis": {
    "approach": "visual_checklist",
    "step_by_step": {
      "de": [
        "1. Äußere Erscheinung prüfen: Wuchs, Blattfarbe, Fruchtansatz.",
        "2. Blätter auf Flecken, Löcher oder Kräuselungen untersuchen.",
        "3. Früchte auf Fäulnis, Madenbefall oder Risse kontrollieren.",
        "4. Rinde auf Risse, Gummifluß oder Krebsstellen prüfen.",
        "5. Schädlinge mit Gelbtafeln oder Klopfprobe nachweisen."
      ],
      "en": [
        "1. Check overall appearance: growth, leaf color, fruit set.",
        "2. Inspect leaves for spots, holes, or curling.",
        "3. Check fruit for rot, maggot infestation, or cracks.",
        "4. Inspect bark for cracks, gummosis, or cankers.",
        "5. Detect pests with yellow sticky traps or tapping."
      ]
    },
    "quick_guide": {
      "de": "Blüten welk + Triebe abgestorben → Monilia. Blätter mit Löchern → Sprühfleckenkrankheit. Maden in Früchten → Kirschfruchtfliege.",
      "en": "Wilted blossoms + dead shoots → Monilia. Leaves with holes → Shot hole disease. Maggots in fruit → Cherry fruit fly."
    }
  },
  "phenology": {
    "stages": {
      "de": [
        "Blüte: April–Mai",
        "Fruchtansatz: Mai–Juni",
        "Ernte: Juni–August",
        "Laubfall: Oktober–November"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Bloom: April–May",
        "Fruit set: May–June",
        "Harvest: June–August",
        "Leaf fall: October–November"
      ]
    },
    "notes": {
      "de": "Die Blüte beginnt meist ab Mitte April; späte Fröste gefährden die Blüte.",
      "en": "Bloom usually starts mid-April; late frosts can damage blossoms."
    }
  },
  "flowering_pollination": {
    "bloom_period": {
      "de": "April–Mai",
      "en": "April–May"
    },
    "flower_color": {
      "de": "Weiß, fünfblättrig",
      "en": "White, five-petalled"
    },
    "flower_type": {
      "de": "Einfach",
      "en": "Single"
    },
    "bloom_time_of_day": {
      "de": "Tagblühend",
      "en": "Day-blooming"
    },
    "fragrance": {
      "de": "Mild süßlich",
      "en": "Mildly sweet"
    },
    "flower_size_cm_min": 2,
    "flower_size_cm_max": 3,
    "petal_count": 5,
    "notes": {
      "de": "Die Blüten erscheinen vor den Blättern und sind reich an Nektar.",
      "en": "Flowers appear before leaves and are rich in nectar."
    }
  },
  "pollination": {
    "summary": {
      "de": "Die meisten Süßkirschensorten sind selbstunfruchtbar und benötigen eine Fremdbestäubung durch eine geeignete Befruchtersorte.",
      "en": "Most sweet cherry varieties are self-incompatible and require cross-pollination by a suitable pollinator variety."
    },
    "pollinator_required": true,
    "self_fertility": "meist selbstunfruchtbar (außer alte Selbstbefruchter wie 'Stella')",
    "pollinator_notes": {
      "de": "Pflanzen Sie mindestens zwei verschiedene, gleichzeitig blühende Sorten im Abstand von höchstens 30 m. Bienen und Hummeln sind die Hauptbestäuber.",
      "en": "Plant at least two different, concurrently blooming varieties no more than 30 m apart. Bees and bumblebees are the main pollinators."
    }
  },
  "harvest": {
    "harvest_period": {
      "de": "Juni–August",
      "en": "June–August"
    },
    "harvest_method": {
      "de": "Von Hand pflücken (mit Stiel)",
      "en": "Hand-pick (with stem attached)"
    },
    "harvest_maturity": {
      "de": "Vollreif: Früchte sind tief gefärbt, fest und lösen sich leicht vom Stiel.",
      "en": "Fully ripe: fruit is deeply colored, firm, and separates easily from the stem."
    },
    "notes": {
      "de": "Kirschen werden in mehreren Durchgängen geerntet, da sie nicht gleichzeitig reifen.",
      "en": "Cherries are harvested in multiple passes as they do not ripen all at once."
    }
  },
  "harvest_details": {
    "harvest_frequency": {
      "de": "Alle 2–4 Tage während der Haupterntezeit",
      "en": "Every 2–4 days during peak harvest"
    },
    "harvest_indicators": {
      "de": [
        "Fruchtfarbe intensiviert sich",
        "Fruchtfleisch gibt leicht nach",
        "Stiel löst sich leicht vom Zweig",
        "Vögel beginnen zu fressen"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Fruit color deepens",
        "Flesh yields slightly",
        "Stem detaches easily from branch",
        "Birds begin feeding"
      ]
    },
    "post_harvest_handling": {
      "de": "Früchte sofort nach der Ernte kühl lagern, nicht waschen. Stiele entfernen erst kurz vor Verzehr oder Verarbeitung.",
      "en": "Cool fruit immediately after picking; do not wash. Remove stems only just before eating or processing."
    }
  },
  "storage": {
    "storage_conditions": {
      "de": "Kühlschrank bei 0–2 °C und hoher Luftfeuchtigkeit",
      "en": "Refrigerator at 0–2 °C with high humidity"
    },
    "storage_containers": {
      "de": "Flache Schalen mit Abdeckung, nicht luftdicht",
      "en": "Shallow containers with cover, not airtight"
    },
    "notes": {
      "de": "Früchte sind druckempfindlich und sollten möglichst bald verzehrt oder verarbeitet werden.",
      "en": "Fruit is pressure-sensitive and should be consumed or processed as soon as possible."
    }
  },
  "storage_details": {
    "general_storage_category": {
      "de": "Kurzzeitlagerung (1–2 Wochen)",
      "en": "Short-term storage (1–2 weeks)"
    },
    "storage_life": {
      "de": "1–2 Wochen im Kühlschrank; Einfrieren bis zu 12 Monate",
      "en": "1–2 weeks in refrigerator; freeze for up to 12 months"
    },
    "processing_options": {
      "de": [
        "Einkochen/ Einwecken",
        "Entsaften",
        "Einfrieren",
        "Trocknen",
        "Likör/ Wein"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Canning/ preserving",
        "Juicing",
        "Freezing",
        "Drying",
        "Liqueur/ wine"
      ]
    }
  },
  "processing_use": {
    "processing_methods": {
      "de": [
        "Einkochen (ganze Früchte oder als Kompott)",
        "Entsaften",
        "Trocknen (Dörren)",
        "Einfrieren",
        "Einlegen in Alkohol"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Canning (whole fruit or as compote)",
        "Juicing",
        "Drying (dehydrating)",
        "Freezing",
        "Soaking in alcohol"
      ]
    },
    "preservation_notes": {
      "de": "Zum Einfrieren entsteinen und gegebenenfalls mit Zucker mischen. Trocknen bei maximal 60 °C.",
      "en": "For freezing, pit and optionally mix with sugar. Dry at a maximum of 60 °C."
    }
  },
  "kitchen_usage": {
    "common_uses": {
      "de": [
        "Frischverzehr",
        "Kuchen und Torten",
        "Kompott",
        "Saft",
        "Marmelade",
        "Eis",
        "Likör"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Fresh eating",
        "Cakes and tarts",
        "Compote",
        "Juice",
        "Jam",
        "Ice cream",
        "Liqueur"
      ]
    },
    "culinary_notes": {
      "de": "Süßkirschen harmonieren gut mit Mandeln, Vanille, Zimt und Schokolade.",
      "en": "Sweet cherries pair well with almonds, vanilla, cinnamon, and chocolate."
    }
  },
  "safety_and_edibility": {
    "edible_parts": {
      "de": [
        "Fruchtfleisch (rot bis dunkelrot)"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Flesh (red to dark red)"
      ]
    },
    "inedible_or_caution_parts": {
      "de": [
        "Kerne (enthalten Amygdalin und sind in größeren Mengen giftig)",
        "Stiele",
        "Blätter"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Pits (contain amygdalin and are toxic in large quantities)",
        "Stems",
        "Leaves"
      ]
    },
    "toxicity_notes": {
      "de": "Die Kerne enthalten cyanogene Glykoside; ein versehentliches Verschlucken einzelner Kerne ist unbedenklich, größere Mengen sollten vermieden werden.",
      "en": "Pits contain cyanogenic glycosides; accidental ingestion of a few pits is harmless, but large amounts should be avoided."
    },
    "raw_consumption": {
      "de": "Ja, die Früchte sind roh genießbar.",
      "en": "Yes, the fruit is edible raw."
    }
  },
  "seed_saving": {
    "seed_saving_method": {
      "de": "Kerne entnehmen, reinigen, stratifizieren (Kältebehandlung 3–5 °C für 90–150 Tage) und im Frühjahr aussäen.",
      "en": "Remove pits, clean, stratify (cold treatment at 3–5 °C for 90–150 days), and sow in spring."
    },
    "seed_viability": {
      "de": "Kerne bleiben 1–2 Jahre keimfähig bei kühler, trockener Lagerung.",
      "en": "Pits remain viable for 1–2 years when stored cool and dry."
    },
    "notes": {
      "de": "Aus Kernen gezogene Bäume sind genetisch nicht sortenecht; bei Veredelung bleiben Sortenmerkmale erhalten.",
      "en": "Trees grown from pits are not true-to-type; grafting preserves cultivar characteristics."
    }
  },
  "seed_saving_advanced": {
    "genetic_considerations": {
      "de": "Da Süßkirschen fremdbestäubt werden, sind Sämlinge genetisch variabel. Sorten werden durch Veredelung vermehrt.",
      "en": "Since sweet cherries are cross-pollinated, seedlings are genetically variable. Cultivars are propagated by grafting."
    },
    "stratification_details": {
      "de": "Stratifikation in feuchtem Sand bei 1–5 °C für 3–5 Monate. Vor der Aussaat im Frühjahr die Kerne einige Tage in Wasser quellen lassen.",
      "en": "Stratify in moist sand at 1–5 °C for 3–5 months. Soak pits in water for a few days before sowing in spring."
    },
    "seed_collection_timing": {
      "de": "Samen im vollreifen Zustand ernten (Juli–August), sofort nach der Ernte reinigen.",
      "en": "Collect seeds when fully ripe (July–August), clean immediately after harvest."
    },
    "notes": {
      "de": "Die Keimrate ist oft niedrig; zur Erhöhung können die Kerne vor der Stratifikation angeritzt werden.",
      "en": "Germination rate is often low; scarifying pits before stratification can improve it."
    }
  },
  "woody_crop_details": {
    "training_systems_to_research": [
      "pyramid",
      "bush",
      "spindle",
      "espalier"
    ],
    "rootstock_relevance": "high",
    "renewal_pruning_relevance": "medium",
    "notes": {
      "de": "Süßkirschen werden meist als Mittelstamm- oder Buschbaum mit Pyramidenkrone erzogen. Spindel- oder Spalierformen sind möglich, aber weniger verbreitet. Die Wahl der Veredelungsunterlage beeinflusst Wuchsstärke und Standfestigkeit entscheidend.",
      "en": "Sweet cherries are usually trained as half-standard or bush trees with a pyramidal crown. Spindle or espalier forms are possible but less common. The choice of rootstock strongly affects vigour and stability."
    }
  },
  "pruning_logic": {
    "scope": "sweet_cherry",
    "system": "winter pruning with summer correction for light and air circulation",
    "remove": {
      "de": [
        "Totholz",
        "sich kreuzende oder reibende Äste",
        "wasserschosse",
        "steil nach innen wachsende Triebe",
        "kranke oder beschädigte Äste",
        "Fruchtmumien"
      ],
      "en": [
        "dead wood",
        "crossing or rubbing branches",
        "water sprouts",
        "steeply inward-growing shoots",
        "diseased or damaged branches",
        "mummified fruit"
      ]
    },
    "preserve": {
      "de": [
        "starke, gut verteilte Leitäste",
        "Fruchtholz an mehrjährigen Partien",
        "waagerechte bis leicht schräge Triebe",
        "Zentrum für Luftzirkulation freilassen"
      ],
      "en": [
        "strong, well-spaced main branches",
        "fruiting wood on older sections",
        "horizontal to slightly angled shoots",
        "keep centre open for air circulation"
      ]
    },
    "avoid": {
      "de": [
        "starker Rückschnitt im Sommer (erhöht Bakterienbrandrisiko)",
        "Schnitt bei Frost unter -5 °C",
        "große Wunden ohne Wundverschluss",
        "zu späten Schnitt (vor Blüte vermeiden)"
      ],
      "en": [
        "heavy summer pruning (increases risk of bacterial canker)",
        "pruning during frost below -5 °C",
        "large wounds without wound sealant",
        "very late pruning (avoid before bloom)"
      ]
    },
    "timing_rules": [
      {
        "season": "winter",
        "months": [
          1,
          2
        ],
        "purpose": {
          "de": "Hauptschnitt: Formschnitt und Auslichten in der Vegetationsruhe",
          "en": "Main prune: shape and thin during dormancy"
        },
        "notes": {
          "de": "Nur an frostfreien Tagen bei Temperaturen über -5 °C schneiden.",
          "en": "Only prune on frost-free days above -5 °C."
        }
      },
      {
        "season": "summer",
        "months": [
          6,
          7
        ],
        "purpose": {
          "de": "Korrekturschnitt nach der Ernte: Entfernen von Wasserschossen und abgestorbenen Trieben",
          "en": "Corrective prune after harvest: remove water sprouts and dead shoots"
        },
        "notes": {
          "de": "Nur leichte Eingriffe, um Bakterienbrand zu vermeiden.",
          "en": "Only light cuts to avoid bacterial canker."
        }
      }
    ],
    "cut_location_rules": {
      "de": [
        "Direkt über einem nach außen zeigenden Auge oder Seitenast schneiden",
        "Schnittwunden glatt und ohne ausgefranste Rinde",
        "Bei starken Ästen erst von unten ansägen, dann von oben durchtrennen",
        "Wunden über 5 cm Durchmesser mit Wundverschluss behandeln"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Cut directly above an outward-facing bud or lateral branch",
        "Make clean cuts without torn bark",
        "For thick branches, undercut first then cut from above",
        "Treat wounds over 5 cm diameter with wound sealant"
      ]
    },
    "intensity_rules": {
      "young_to_third_year": {
        "de": "Erziehungsschnitt: maximal 30 % der Krone entfernen, starke Leitäste fördern",
        "en": "Training prune: remove max 30 % of crown, promote strong main branches"
      },
      "mature_from_fourth_year": {
        "de": "Erhaltungsschnitt: jährlich 15–20 % des alten Fruchtholzes entfernen, um die Neubildung zu fördern",
        "en": "Maintenance prune: annually remove 15–20 % of old fruiting wood to stimulate renewal"
      }
    },
    "decision_tree": [
      {
        "condition": "Baum < 3 Jahre",
        "action": {
          "de": "Erziehungsschnitt: Leitastsystem aufbauen, Konkurrenztriebe entfernen",
          "en": "Training prune: establish leader branch system, remove competing shoots"
        }
      },
      {
        "condition": "Baum trägt Früchte, Krone zu dicht",
        "action": {
          "de": "Auslichten: Zentrum öffnen, ältere Fruchttriebe entfernen",
          "en": "Thinning: open centre, remove older fruit spurs"
        }
      },
      {
        "condition": "Monilia-Befall an Trieben",
        "action": {
          "de": "Befallene Triebe 20–30 cm ins gesunde Holz zurückschneiden, Wundverschluss",
          "en": "Cut infected shoots 20–30 cm back into healthy wood, apply wound sealant"
        }
      }
    ],
    "tool_hygiene": {
      "de": "Schnittwerkzeug vor und nach jedem Baum mit 70 % Alkohol oder Haushaltsreiniger desinfizieren. Bei krankem Befall sofort wechseln.",
      "en": "Disinfect pruning tools before and after each tree with 70 % alcohol or household cleaner. Change immediately after diseased cuts."
    },
    "diagram_requirements": {
      "de": [
        "Schnittstellen an Leitästen",
        "Typische Kronenformen für Süßkirsche (Pyramide, Spindel)",
        "Schnittwinkel an Augen",
        "Wundverschluss an großen Wunden"
      ],
      "en": [
        "Cut points on main branches",
        "Typical crown shapes for sweet cherry (pyramid, spindle)",
        "Cut angle at buds",
        "Wound sealing on large cuts"
      ]
    },
    "notes": {
      "de": "Süßkirschen neigen zu starkem Höhenwachstum; regelmäßiges Einkürzen der Leitäste auf eine nach außen gerichtete Knospe hilft, die Krone kompakt zu halten. Bakterienbrand ist die größte Schnittgefahr – daher Sommerschnitt minimieren.",
      "en": "Sweet cherries tend to grow tall; regularly shorten leaders to an outward-facing bud to keep the crown compact. Bacterial canker is the greatest pruning risk – so minimise summer pruning."
    }
  },
  "ecology": {
    "pollinator_value": "high",
    "wildlife_value": "high",
    "biodiversity_notes": {
      "de": "Bietet Nektar und Pollen für Bienen und Hummeln im Frühjahr. Früchte sind eine wichtige Nahrungsquelle für Vögel. Der Baum selbst bietet Lebensraum und Nistmöglichkeiten.",
      "en": "Provides nectar and pollen for bees and bumblebees in spring. Fruits are an important food source for birds. The tree itself offers habitat and nesting opportunities."
    }
  },
  "slug": "suesskirsche",
  "sources": [
    {
      "title": "Wikidata entity",
      "url": "https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q165137",
      "publisher": "Wikidata",
      "date_accessed": "2026-05-15"
    },
    {
      "title": "GBIF species match",
      "url": "https://api.gbif.org/v1/species/match?name=Prunus%20avium&kingdom=Plantae",
      "publisher": "GBIF",
      "date_accessed": "2026-05-15"
    },
    {
      "title": "Deutschsprachige Wikipedia: Vogelkirsche (Baum)",
      "url": "https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vogelkirsche",
      "publisher": "Wikipedia",
      "date_accessed": "2026-05-15"
    },
    {
      "title": "English Wikipedia: Prunus avium",
      "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prunus_avium",
      "publisher": "Wikipedia",
      "date_accessed": "2026-05-15"
    }
  ]
}