Description
Bold and vigorous. Fruit is sweet-tart when picked red; superbly sweet if picked deep purple, when fully ripe. Strong flavor with a good balance of natural sugars and acidity coupled with high “cherry essence”. Blooms late to avoid spring frosts. Crack resistant. Clingstone. Keeps well in proper storage. Introduction from Germany in 1998. Ripens in late June. Pollinator required: Choose any other sweet cherry except Van.
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Mid |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late June |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet, Tart |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 4 - 7 |
| Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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