The Semi-Dwarf Montmorency Cherry Tree is known for its bright red, tart cherries that are perfect for baking, preserves, pies, and juice. The fruit has a juicy, firm texture and a classic tangy flavor prized in desserts and culinary uses. The tree has a moderately compact size, making it suitable for smaller spaces or home orchards. In spring, it produces fragrant white blossoms that attract pollinators and develop into vibrant red cherries that typically ripen in mid to late summer.
Mature Height: 12-15 feet
Spacing: 12–15 feet apart
Interesting Information:
Montmorency cherries are the most popular tart cherry variety in the U.S., known for their bright red color and classic tangy flavor.
This variety thrives in cooler climates and requires well-drained soil for optimal growth.
While Montmorency cherries are partially self-fertile, planting another sweet or tart cherry variety nearby can improve fruit set and yields. Suitable pollinators include North Star, Balaton, or Sweetheart cherry trees.
The tree’s spring white blossoms attract bees and other pollinators, enhancing fruit production and garden biodiversity.
Its Semi-Dwarf size makes it ideal for home orchards, providing manageable pruning, harvesting, and abundant fruit.
Grow Zone: 4–7
The Semi-Dwarf Montmorency Cherry Tree is known for its bright red, tart cherries that are perfect for baking, preserves, pies, and juice. The fruit has a juicy, firm texture and a classic tangy flavor prized in desserts and culinary uses. The tree has a moderately compact size, making it suitable for smaller spaces or home orchards. In spring, it produces fragrant white blossoms that attract pollinators and develop into vibrant red cherries that typically ripen in mid to late summer.
Mature Height: 12-15 feet
Spacing: 12–15 feet apart
Interesting Information:
Montmorency cherries are the most popular tart cherry variety in the U.S., known for their bright red color and classic tangy flavor.
This variety thrives in cooler climates and requires well-drained soil for optimal growth.
While Montmorency cherries are partially self-fertile, planting another sweet or tart cherry variety nearby can improve fruit set and yields. Suitable pollinators include North Star, Balaton, or Sweetheart cherry trees.
The tree’s spring white blossoms attract bees and other pollinators, enhancing fruit production and garden biodiversity.
Its Semi-Dwarf size makes it ideal for home orchards, providing manageable pruning, harvesting, and abundant fruit.
Grow Zone: 4–7
