Romeo™ Sour Cherry
Prunus cerasus 'Romeo'
Pronunciation: PROO-nus KER-uh-sus
SKU #40546
| Description | Beautiful clusters of fragrant, white, self-pollinating flowers in mid-spring. Abundant clusters of dark purple-red fruit in midsummer. Glossy green foliage turns yellow in the fall. Excellent variety for cooking, baking, and canning. Wonderful flavor for jellies and jams. Deciduous. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Spring, followed by summer fruit. |
| Mature Size | Fast growing; reaches 8 ft. tall and 4 ft. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Lilac (Syringa); Honeysuckle (Lonicera); Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Currant (Ribes); Lavender (Lavandula) |
| Care | Prefers slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply an organic fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually in late winter to shape. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-8
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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.