If deer are a problem in your area, your young cherry trees may be in danger without protection. Deer like to eat young leaves and buds, and will also eat fruit. They may also rub against the bark on older trees. When competition for food is fierce, deer may eat a wider variety of plants. It might be best to plant inside the fenced area, if that fence is deer-proof. Or, protect your trees from deer in other ways, especially while the trees are becoming established.
If deer are a problem in your area, your young cherry trees may be in danger without protection. Deer like to eat young leaves and buds, and will also eat fruit. They may also rub against the bark on older trees. When competition for food is fierce, deer may eat a wider variety of plants. It might be best to plant inside the fenced area, if that fence is deer-proof. Or, protect your trees from deer in other ways, especially while the trees are becoming established.