Cherry

Prunus avium Stella

• Position: full sun
• Soil: deep, moist but well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: fast-growing
• Ultimate size (Colt): 6x6m (20x20ft)
• Flowering period: April to May
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  An exceptional, self-fertile, sweet cherry with large dark red or black fruit. White flowers appear in mid-spring, followed by delicious, juicy cherries which are ready for picking in late July. It is a vigorous grower, starting with an upright habit, spreading as it matures. An early and prolific cropper that also makes a good pollinator for other cherries.
  
  
• Garden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Lightly prune in summer to retain the shape and cut back any dead, diseased or branches which cross to healthy wood.