Royalton™ Sweet Cherry Tree
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Description
The biggest — and some say the best! This variety bears mouthwatering, 1¼" dark purple-red cherries. The tree puts on a beautiful show in the landscape during spring cherry-blossom season. Excellent pollinator for other sweet cherries. Approximately 60 days from bloom to harvest. Disease-resistant to bacterial canker. Resists cracking. Introduced circa 1997. Ripens in June. Best pollinator: another sweet cherry variety. A licensed variety of Cornell University.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Mid |
| Fruit Color | Purple |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Ripens/Harvest | June |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained - Average Moistness |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 4 - 7 |
| Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow cherry trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
