Cherry, Chelan - Sweet Cherry (Prunus avium 'Chelan'), 7 gal
$89.99
- Delivery Available with Online Checkout
- Not Available In-store at Colchester Mackey's
- Available In-store at Willimantic Mackey's
- Not Available In-store at Woodstock Mackey's
The Chelan variety yields deep, mahogany red, heart shaped cherries and are ready almost 2 weeks earlier that most other trees.
Tree Features:
Bloom Color: White to pink
Bloom Time: mid Spring
Mature Height: 20-30 ft
Mature Spread: 20-30 ft
Harvest: late July or early August
Zone: 5-8
Pollination: Cross-pollination by a different variety of mid 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: Deep, mahogany red
Texture: Firm
Other notes:
Taste: Sweet & mild
Cooking: Perfect for eating fresh, baking & cooking
Origin: Washington
Other notes:
- Ready 2 weeks early!
- Heart-shaped cherries
- Resists cracking
- Prolific producer, so management is needed to reduce fruit load
- Resistant to several common diseases of cherry
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.
- Stake up and train young trees until it can develop its strength.
- Requires full sun in well-drained soil.
- With annual pruning and good soil and sunlight, Chelan cherries will be here before you know it.
