Montmorency Sour Cherry Tree Seeds produce a perennial deciduous fruit tree commonly known in the United States as Montmorency sour cherry. Plants develop upright woody stems with glossy green leaves and produce clusters of small, bright red tart cherries. This tree thrives in full sun with well-drained fertile soil and is suitable for home gardens, orchards, or container cultivation in temperate climates. Moderate temperatures and consistent moisture support flowering and fruit development.
Features
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Perennial deciduous fruit tree
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Upright growth with glossy green leaves
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Produces clusters of bright red tart cherries
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Suitable for home gardens, orchards, and containers
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Adapted to full sun and well-drained soil
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Prunus cerasus var. Montmorency
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Common Name (US): Montmorency Sour Cherry
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Seed Type / Variety: Fruit tree type
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial tree
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USDA Zones: 4–7
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Planting Season: Early spring or fall
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Growing Season: Spring to summer
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Sowing Season:
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March–May (spring)
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September–October (fall)
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Germination Time and Conditions: 30–60 days with cold stratification
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile soil, pH 6.0–7.5
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Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
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Mature Plant Size: 15–25 feet height; 12–20 feet spread
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Plant Spacing: 12–20 feet apart