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Variety of Sour cherry Β· Prunus cerasus
Cold-hardy, compact amarelle from Minnesota, ideal for small gardens in cold zones.
Edible value7Medicinal value4Other uses5
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USA 1952BakingPreservingDessert

Taste & characteristics

Taste

sourjuicyrefreshing

Profile

Parentage
Montmorency-SΓ€mling (bestrahlt)
Breeder
University of Minnesota
Pollination
self-fertile
Fruit weight
5 g

Flowering & harvest

J F M A M J J A S O N D
Flowering
Fruit harvest
Storage

Given in thirds of a month (early / mid / late) for the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate; altitude and season shift them.

Description

Fruit

Medium, bright-red fruit with yellow flesh and clear, tart juice.

Growth

Naturally small (semi-dwarf), very frost-hardy to USDA zone 4.

Yield

Reliable and productive; good for the home garden.

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