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Cherry Tree Pollinator Duo for Cold Regions in Pots

Prunus cerasus Bigarreau Summit, Bigarreau Hedelfingen
Morello Cherry

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  • 1 x Prunus avium Bigarreau Summit - Cherry Tree
  • 1 x Prunus cerasus Bigarreau Hedelfingen - Tart Cherry Tree

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A duo composed of the 'Bigarreau Summit' and 'Hedelfingen' cherry trees, two varieties well adapted to cold regions. Planted in the same garden, these two trees, which bloom at the same time in spring, pollinate each other, ensuring a plentiful and delicious harvest in June-July.
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil type
Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time January to March, October to December
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Flowering time March to April
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Harvest time June to July
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Collection items (2 plants)

  • Prunus avium Bigarreau Summit - Cherry Tree

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  • Prunus cerasus Bigarreau Hedelfingen - Tart Cherry Tree

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Description

This pollinator duo of cherry trees for cold regions brings together the varieties 'Bigarreau Summit' and 'Bigarreau Hedelfingen', particularly cold-resistant. Planted in the same garden, within a radius of 20 to 30m (66 to 98ft), these two trees that bloom at the same time in March-April pollinate each other, ensuring a plentiful and delicious harvest in June-July. Fruit trees are preferably planted in autumn, in deep, loose and rich soil.

This duo consists of:

- x1 'Bigarreau Hedelfingen' Cherry Tree: a very productive variety, rather late, producing slightly conical fruits with firm and juicy red flesh, and shiny dark red skin. These cherries are resistant to bursting. Their red flesh is firm and juicy. Harvest from late June to the end of July. The tree reaches about 6m (20ft) in all directions.

- x1 'Bigarreau Summit' Cherry Tree: a variety originating from Canada, producing very large, sweet, juicy and tasty fruits, with firm and crunchy flesh, and bright red skin. Its cherries, of excellent flavour, are harvested from June onwards.

Labelled separately, in 7.5/10L pots

The Bigarreau Cherry Tree belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is a deciduous tree of medium size, reaching 5 to 10m (16 to 33ft) in height at maturity. Hardy, it can withstand temperatures down to -20°C (1°F) while the flowers are afraid of spring frosts and are damaged from -2°C (28.4°F). Its rounded habit provides a beautiful shaded space, very pleasant during summer. Its alternate dentate leaves are shiny and dark green, then take on a lovely reddish hue in autumn before falling. Adapted to all regions of Europe, the Cherry Tree can be planted on a lawn, at the back of a bed or in an orchard. Cherries are rich in vitamin C, minerals and trace elements. Enjoy them just after picking or, if the harvest is abundant, use them to make pies, clafoutis, jams and preserves.

Very hardy in most regions of France, the Cherry Tree tolerates winter cold more easily than summer heat. The flowers can be damaged during spring frosts, so it is recommended to plant cherry trees in sheltered positions, facing west and protected from cold winds in regions that experience quite significant late frosts.

A fruit tree trained in a goblet shape does not have a central leader (vertical main stem), but branches radiating from its trunk. This particular form allows for good penetration of sunlight and air into the branches, which promotes fruit development and ripening, while limiting the development of diseases.

 

Plant habit

Height at maturity 6 m
Spread at maturity 5 m
Growth rate normal

Fruit

Fruit colour red
Flavour Sugary
Use Table, Jam, Patisserie
Harvest time June to July

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time March to April
Inflorescence Solitary
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Prunus

Species

cerasus

Cultivar

Bigarreau Summit, Bigarreau Hedelfingen

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Morello Cherry

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference15496

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Planting and care

The Cherry tree grows in all types of soil, acidic or calcareous. It appreciates fresh, light soils and fears heavy and clayey soils. Choose a sunny exposure. In order to limit the risks of late frost on the flowers, it is recommended to plant the Cherry tree in a sheltered location, facing west and protected from cold winds in regions that experience spring frost. Planting is preferably done in autumn. If you plant several plants, space them 4 to 5 m (13 to 16ft) apart for goblet-shaped plants.

Loosen the soil deeply, remove stones and unwanted herbs. Add some sand to improve drainage. Dig a hole 4 to 5 times the volume of the root ball. Make sure to separate the bottom soil from the surface soil. Mix crushed horn or well-rotted compost or potting soil with the bottom soil and pour this mixture into the planting hole. Install a stake. Place the root ball, cover with the surface soil and firm it down. Water thoroughly (around 10 L). Attach the stake to the plant, crossing the tie in the shape of an 8, without touching the trunk.

During cultivation, watering is not necessary except in case of high temperatures. Mulch at the base to keep it cool in summer. Protect your harvest by installing, optionally, a bird net, aluminum foil or old CDs. In case of aphid attack, spray water mixed with soap.

Planting period

Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time January to March, October to December

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Free-standing, Orchard
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light), deep, loamy, fertile

Care

Pruning instructions Cherry trees are pruned when they still have leaves, just after the harvest. This pruning should remain superficial and is often not necessary. Pruning of large sections should be very occasional as it weakens the trees significantly. The use of balm on wounds will limit the flow of gum, which weakens the plant. In late autumn, remove dead branches and those that cross inside, in order to allow air and light to circulate in the middle.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time June to August
Soil moisture Wet
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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