Cherry

A superb large, dark red acid cherry that is ideal for cooking. It has a compact but spreading habit, small white flowers in spring and bitter-sweet fruit in August which are perfect for stewing. A popular, self-fertile cherry that is suitable for north facing situations and can tolerate heavy soil.Position: full sunSoil: deep, moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: slow growingUltimate size (Colt): 7x7m (23x23ft)Flowering period: April to MayFlower colour: whiteOther features:a popular acid cherry dark red fruit (August)Hardiness: fully hardyGarden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial cankerGoes well with: Malus domestica 'Greensleeves', Prunus domestica 'Czar', Ribes uva-crispa var. reclinatum 'Invicta', Ribes rubrum 'Laxton's, Galanthus nivalis, Hyacinthoides hispanica
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