Pirtle Nursery 3.74 gal. Potted Montmorency Cherry Tree in #5 Pot
Item # 1011144
Item # 1011144
The Pirtle Nursery 3.74 gal. Montmorency Cherry Tree in #5 Pot produces large, bright red tart cherries that have firm yellow flesh. The slightly sour taste is what many consider ideal for baking pies, cobblers and freezing for later. In the spring your Montmorency Cherry tree will have fragrant, white blossoms that will attract bees and butterflies, while pollinating it and the rest of your garden. This cherry tree will attract birds with their fruit, so easily installing bird netting will save your harvest. This tree with its beautiful blooms and fruiting cherries is an easy addition to your edible landscape. Start growing your very own cherries by planting this beloved Montmorency Cherry tree today!
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- Includes 1 Montmorency Cherry fruiting tree in a #5 pot and detailed planting instructions
- Moderate growth rate with beautiful white blossoms in spring
- Montmorency Cherry is best grown in USDA Hardiness zones 4-9
- Plant the tree in full sun
- Mature height of the cherry tree is 12-18 ft. with a spread of 10-12 ft.
- #5 size pot has actual size of 14.165L
- Green leaves that turn to yellow and orange come autumn
- Montmorency Cherry prefers fertile, well-drained soil
| Brand | Pirtle Nursery |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Annual/Perennial | Perennial |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Botanical Name | Prunus cerasus |
| Container Size | 14.165 L |
| Features | Moderate growth rate, with beautiful white blossoms in spring. Green leaves turn to yellow and orange come autumn. Best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. Plant in full sun, prefers fertile and well-drained soil. Mature height of 12-18 ft. |
| Hardiness Zones | 8 (10 to 20 F), 5 (-20 to -10 F), 4 (-30 to -20 F), 7 (0 to 10 F), 9 (20 to 30 F), 6 (-10 to 0 F) |
| Harvest Season | Fall |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor |
| Mature Height | 12-18 ft. |
| Mature Width | 10-12 ft. |
| Maximum Time to Germinate | 0 days |
| Maximum Time to Mature | 4-5 years |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Planting Depth | 16 in. |
| Plant Life Stage | Plant |
| Plant Type | Cherries |
| Product Height | 72 in. |
| Product Length | 12 in. |
| Product Weight | 12 in. |
| Product Width | 26 lb. |
| Recommended Planting Time | Spring |
| Recommended Space Between Plantings | 20-25 ft. |
| Sun Exposure | Full Shade |
| Tree Mature Height Range | 13-18ft |
| Warranty | None |
| Watering Requirements | Twice Weekly |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 847 |