Cherry, North Star Tart Cherry, 7 gal (5-7 ft)

2026-04-21T16:02:56-04:00

Type: Live Goods
Price: 119.99

This dwarf variety is the hardiest producer of tart cherries.

Tree Features:

Bloom Color: White

Bloom Time: late April

Mature Height: 7-9 ft

Mature Spread: 8-10 ft

Harvest: early August

Zone: 3-8

Pollination: Self-pollinating, but cross-pollination by a different variety of mid-late Spring bloom cherry tree within 50 feet will bear more fruit.

Placement: Full Sun

Nursery Stock Specifications:

Pot Size: 7 gallon

Age: 3+ years old, fruiting

Fruit Profile:
Color: Bright red fruit

Texture: Not too firm, not too soft
Taste: Very tart at first, but quickly develops into a nice, sweet-sour flavor

Cooking: Excellent for pies and preserves

Origin: Minnesota

Other notes:

Disease resistant

Care:

Feed twice a year with a slow release fertilizer. Fertilize in early spring before growth starts and late fall after the leaves have fallen and the ground isn't yet frozen. (5 minutes of work)

Prune in late winter to remove crossing branches and promote good airflow to encourage fruiting. (5-10 minutes of work) our tree.