Prunus cerasus Bigarreau Early van Compact - Tart Cherry Tree

The Early van compact Sweet Cherry Tree is a variety with a compact habit, producing fruits with bright red skin and firm, sweet flesh. Flowering begins at the end of March. In order to ensure good fruiting, this self-fertile variety needs to be associated with a Napoleon or Burlat Sweet Cherry Tree, in close proximity, within a radius of 20 to 30m (66 to 98ft). Planting is preferably done in autumn for a harvest starting from the end of May.

The Early van compact Sweet Cherry Tree produces large fruits with a short stalk and a small stone. The cherries, with bright red skin, have firm and crunchy flesh. Enjoy them right after picking or, if the harvest is abundant, use them to make tarts, clafoutis, jams, and preserves. Cherries are rich in vitamin C, minerals, and trace elements.

The Early van compact Sweet Cherry Tree is a variety originating from Canada. From the end of March, the Early van compact Sweet Cherry Tree is covered in small white flowers that appear before the leaves. This variety is pollinated by Napoleon or Burlat varieties. It is indeed necessary to have another cherry tree nearby, within a radius of 20 to 30m (66 to 98ft), to ensure good fruiting. The Early van compact Sweet Cherry Tree is harvested from the end of May. The harvest can be more or less abundant depending on the year and may exhibit alternating patterns, allowing the tree to replenish its reserves. The production of fruits 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 avium) belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, reaching 5 to 10m (16 to 33ft) in height at maturity. Hardy, it can withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F), while the flowers are sensitive to spring frosts and are damaged at temperatures below -2°C (28.4°F). Its toothed alternate leaves are shiny and dark green, turning a beautiful russet color in autumn before falling.  The Cherry Tree can be planted on a lawn, at the back of a flower bed, or in an orchard. The Early van compact Sweet Cherry Tree has a compact habit, providing a beautiful shaded space during the summer while facilitating picking.