Prunus cerasus Bigarreau Coeur de Pigeon - Organic Tart Cherry Tree

This Heart of Pigeon Sweet Cherry Tree from Organic Agriculture is a very old variety with beautiful vigor, appreciated for its large heart-shaped fruits, which are beautifully two-tone, yellow turning light red in the sun. Their yellow flesh is firm and crisp, slightly acidic, very pleasant to taste. Flowering begins in early April, and harvesting takes place in June. In order to ensure good fruiting, this non-self-fertile variety needs to be associated with a Napoleon or Burlat Bigarreau Cherry Tree, in close proximity, within a radius of 20 to 30 m (66 to 98ft). Planting is preferably done in autumn in well-prepared garden soil.

The Heart of Pigeon Sweet Cherry Tree produces large, appetizing-looking fruits that can be enjoyed immediately after picking or, if the harvest is abundant, used to make pies, clafoutis, jams, and preserves. Its juice has the particularity of not staining, unlike that of other cherries. Cherries are rich in vitamin C, minerals, and trace elements.

The Heart of Pigeon variety is a vigorously growing variety. In early April, the tree is covered with small white flowers that appear before the leaves. This variety is pollinated by Napoleon and Burlat varieties. It is indeed necessary to have another cherry tree nearby, within a radius of 20 to 30 m (66 to 98ft), to allow for good fruiting. The Heart of Pigeon variety is harvested in June. The harvest can be more or less abundant depending on the year and may exhibit alternating cycles, allowing the tree to replenish its reserves. Fruit production becomes optimal after 6 to 7 years. Cherries should be picked when fully ripe as they do not ripen further after harvest.

The Sweet Cherry Tree (Prunus cerasus) belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, reaching 5 to 10 m (16 to 33ft) in height at maturity. Hardy, it can withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F), while the flowers are susceptible to spring frosts and are damaged at -2°C (28.4°F). Its rounded habit provides a beautiful shaded space, very pleasant during the summer. Its alternate, toothed leaves are shiny and dark green, then take on a lovely reddish hue in autumn before falling. Adapted to all regions of France, the Cherry Tree can be planted on a short grass meadow, at the back of a flower bed, or within an orchard.

For transport reasons, our highest scions may be pruned before shipping. They are suitable for all common training sizes: cordons, espaliers, goblets, half-standards, and low standards, except for high standards. If you would like more information or advice on training your fruit trees, please do not hesitate to contact us.