Prunus Avium (Cherry Sir Don) | SELF FERTILE
Prunus Avium (Cherry Sir Don) | SELF FERTILE
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Prunus Avium (Cherry Sir Don) is a sweet cherry variety known for its firm, juicy, and dark red to black fruit. The Sir Don cherry produces high-quality, large, and flavorful cherries, making it a popular choice for fresh eating, preserving, and culinary use.
This variety is prized for its early to mid-season fruiting and excellent disease resistance. It thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, producing abundant yields in both home gardens and commercial orchards.
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Mature height
4 to 6 meters
Mature width
3 to 4 meters
Spacing
5 to 7 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Dark red to black fruit with green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Mid to late spring (October to December)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Moderate maintenance. Prune to control shape and improve fruiting. Water regularly, especially during dry periods. Apply fertilizers to promote healthy growth and fruit production.
Root System
Develops a moderately deep, non-invasive root system with strong lateral spread, typically extending 60–100 cm into the soil while remaining stable and well-contained with proper spacing.