Size: #2 pot
Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Prunus cerasus ‘d’Artagnan’
- Growth Habit: Compact, bush-form cherry; self-pollinating.
- Height: 6 ft.
- Width: About 4-5 ft.
- Fruit: Large, bright red sour cherries with excellent flavor for eating fresh, pies, jams, and wine.
- Hardiness Zone: 2
- Growth Rate: Moderate; begins producing fruit in 2–3 years.
Benefits
- Self-pollinating—no need for a second plant.
- Compact size ideal for small gardens and edible landscapes.
- Heavy yields of sour cherries for eating, baking and juicing
- Very hardy and disease-resistant.
Care Tips
- Sun: Full sun for best fruit production.
- Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
- Water: Regular watering during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
- Pruning: Light pruning to maintain shape and remove dead wood; avoid heavy pruning during fruiting years.
Common Uses
- Fresh eating (for tart lovers), pies, jams, and wine.
- Ornamental edible hedge or landscape accent.
- Perfect for cold-climate home orchards.
