Meet America’s most popular tart cherry for pies and preserves. The Montmorency cherry tree is a cold-hardy hybrid species that ripens early in the season. The medium-large bright red fruit has a firm yellow flesh; clear juice; and a rich, tart flavor that bakers and jam makers love.
Produces bright red, medium-large fruit with firm yellow flesh and a rich, tart, tangy flavor — ideal for pies and preserves
Ripens in late June
Blooms late, with clusters of white flowers
Is self-fertile, but planting two or more trees is recommended for a better crop
Shape
Rounded
Growth Speed
Medium
Scientific Name
Prunus cerasus ‘Montmorency’
Mature Height
8' - 18'
Mature Spread
10' - 20'
Sun Preference
Full Sun
Soil Preference
Drought, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained
Wildlife Value
The fruit is eaten by many birds and mammals. The foliage is browsed. Flocks of birds are the greatest threat to the trees. They will eat the cherries at the first sign of ripeness. Nylon or cheesecloth netting draped over the trees as the fruits begin to ripen is an effective deterrent. This technique can be very practical if the trees are kept to a reasonable height by pruning.