Prunus cerasus 'North Star' ~ North Star Sour Cherry
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North Star Sour Cherry is a dwarf fruiting deciduous tree with a vase-shaped habit and strong production of deliciously tart bright red cherries in early summer. Its white flowers bloom in late spring. Grows best in most, well-drained soils that are lightly acidic. Average age to start fruiting is 1-3 years. North Star has improved disease resistant and is self-pollinating.
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Type: |
Tree, Edible |
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Origins: |
Europe to SW Asia |
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Height: |
6’ - 10' |
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Spread: |
8’ -12’ |
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Spacing: |
15' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 7 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Summer |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: High Maintenance. Pests and diseases can be a problem. Potential disease problems include leaf spot, bacterial canker, brown rot, black knot, crown gall, leaf curl, leaf scorch, powdery mildew, root rot, scab and shot-hole fungus. Potential insect pests include aphids, fruit flies, saw flies and scale. Late frost can damage the buds.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Rosemary, Marigold, Persimmon
IMAGE: Colorado Master Gardeners - Arapahoe County, untitled
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