Montmorency Tart Cherry

Prunus cerasus 'Montmorency'

Pronunciation: PROO-nus KER-uh-sus
SKU #46744
5-9

Good to grow! 6

 Change Location
OVERVIEW
Description The most popular sour cherry grown in America; perfect for pies and preserves. An abundance of white flower clusters bloom in mid-spring, followed by a heavy crop of bright red cherries with yellow flesh in early-mid summer. Self-fertile: does not require a pollinator, but planting several trees is recommended for better cross-pollination. Chill requirement: 700 hours. Deciduous.
Light Full sun
Watering Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
Blooms Spring
Mature Size Reaches 12 to 18 ft. tall, 15 to 20 ft. wide.
DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen Deciduous
Special Features Showy Fruit
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Rounded
Flower Attributes Showy Flowers
STYLE
Landscape Use Shade Tree
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Green
CARE
Care Provide humus-rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. Prune in winter while dormant for shape and structure.

Buy Online

This plant is not available to purchase online.

Check a local Monrovia retailer.

Buy Locally

This plant may be available in these stores:

Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.

More stores near you >

About Us

Monrovia grows beautiful plants for every region

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly

100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.