Latin Name: Prunus avium 'Sweetheart'
Height: 10 - 15 feet
Spread: 8 - 12 feet
Sunlight: Full Sun
Bloom Time: April
Hardiness Zone: 5-7
Description:Pink-white cherry blossoms give way to shiny, red, heart-shaped fruits with firm, meaty red flesh that ripen in mid-July. One unique feature is that this variety has its fruits ripen over several weeks, lasting longer on the tree than most cherry varieties. These fruits have both great taste and texture, making it perfect for fresh eating and preserving. These crisp fruits will even last for several weeks after harvest. Sweetheart Cherry trees are self-fertile, meaning they do not require a second variety for pollination. Fall foliage is a combination of oranges, pinks, and reds.
Attracts: Bees; Butterflies; Birds
Other Names: Fruit; Sweet Cherry