Prunus cerasus 'Montmorency'
Semi-Dwarf Sour Cherry
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Most widely grown sour cherry
- Sizable cherries mature July and August
- Perfect for pies and baked goods
- Great for preserves and jams
- Self Fertile
Edible
Garden
Mass Planting
Full Sun
Spring
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers well-drained, sandy loam, slightly acidic to neutral soil and full sun. Pruning can be done in late summer or in late winter/early spring. Plants can be fertilized a year after planting, in spring/early summer with organic matter or a balanced fertilizer.
Height: 12-15 ft
Spread: 12-15 ft
Price Level 1: $89.99~#7
Bloom Color:
Zone: 3-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Edible
- Mass Planting
- Edging
- Garden
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Songbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Prunus
Common Name: Semi-Dwarf Sour Cherry
Dwarf tree with an upright habit and round crown. Fragrant white flowers bloom in spring. Large, red to yellow, tart fruit matures in early to mid summer. Some varieties are self-pollinating. Great for home orchards.