Cherry

Prunus avium Sunburst

• 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
  
  A vigorous tree which is upright at first but later spreading as it matures. White flowers appear in mid-spring and sweet yellow-red cherries in late July.It is one of the few sweeet cherries that is self-fertile and the large fruit have a gorgeous flavour.
  
  
• 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.