Starkrimson® Sweet Cherry Tree
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Description
An easy way to get your summer cherry fix. This tree is compact and exceptionally productive – great for growing in smaller spaces! Produces generous clusters of firm, meaty cherries with a bright, sweet taste. Delicious fresh or in pies, crisps, and salads. Heavy crops mean you’ll harvest enough cherries to enjoy every way you love them. Resists cracking. Developed in Summerland, British Columbia and introduced in 1994. Ripens in late June. Self-pollinating.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Chill Hours | 1000 |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late May Early 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, Juicy |
| Years to Bear | 3 - 4 |
| Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
5 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best results.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
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.
