A relatively new variety, the Sweetheart cherry has been making a big splash in the fruit world for its renowned aromatic fruit that’s bursting with a candied-cherry flavor. The Sweetheart cherry flavor is among the best modern cultivars and is the largest reason why they’ve risen to be considered a premium variety so quickly. The Sweetheart tree is a rapid and precocious grower, meaning that it tends to bear fruit sooner than other cherry trees. This heavy-yielding cherry tree is also self-pollinating, making it an excellent choice for home orchards!
What’s great about the Sweetheart tree?
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Its exceptional flavor has catapulted Sweetheart to the status of a premium cherry!
- Sweetheart is a fast grower, so expect fruit quickly!
- Sweetheart is self-pollinating.
- Bright red and heart-shaped fruit is the signature of the Sweetheart tree.
- Heavy-yielding and self-pollinating, making Sweetheart ideal for home orchards.
Cold Hardiness Zones |
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Min. Temperature |
-25° F, (-32° C) |
Self-Pollinating |
Yes |
Botanical Name |
Prunus avium 'Sweetheart' |
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Mature Height (ft.) |
10' - 15' |
Mature Width (ft.) |
8' - 12' |
Harvest Season |
Summer |
Recommended Spacing (ft.) |
8' - 20' |
Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 7 - 11 |
Fall through Spring |
Best Seasons to Plant for Zones 2 - 6 |
Spring |
Optimal Soil Condition |
Acidic - Neutral |
Blossom Fragrance |
Mild |
Blossom Color |
White |
Fruit Color |
Deep Crimson Red
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Tasting Notes |
Rich, complex, sweet and juicy
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Flesh Color |
Dark Reddish-Purple
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