Montmorency Cherry
Best choice for home bakers wanting reliable harvests in cold climates.
The Montmorency Cherry Tree is the USA's most popular dessert cherry, celebrated for its tart, bright red fruit perfect for baking and preserves. This self-fertile variety ensures abundant harvests from a single tree. It's a resilient, low-maintenance option, cold-hardy to -20°F and thriving in USDA Zones 4-8. Fast-Growing-Trees.com delivers a healthy, meticulously nurtured specimen, backed by a 60-day guarantee for a thriving addition to your landscape.
$112.95
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Price vs Category Average
+5%
Above average
Mature Height
1215.
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Who it's for
- Urban gardeners with limited space for multiple trees
- Home bakers seeking the perfect tart cherry flavor
- Impatient growers wanting a faster harvest timeline
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring a low-maintenance, hands-off landscape
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for the lowest entry price
- Busy homeowners unable to commit to annual maintenance
Performance breakdown
Pollination Efficiency
Self-fertile nature eliminates the need for a second tree partner.
Climate Adaptability
Robust cold-hardiness makes this a reliable performer in northern landscapes.
Maintenance Effort
Resilient growth habits keep pruning and care requirements manageable for beginners.
Culinary Versatility
The gold standard for baking, preserves, and high-antioxidant snacking.
Growth Predictability
Moderate growth rate ensures a manageable size for standard residential yards.
Establishment Success
Professional nursery nurturing and a solid guarantee support quick landscape integration.
Key Specs
Mature Height
12-15 ft.
Mature Width
12-15 ft.
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Moderate Growing
Harvest Time
Summer
Botanical Name
Prunus cerasus 'Montmorency'
Hardiness Zones
4-8
Cold Hardy Down To
-20℉
Features
- Tart cherries ideal for baking
- Self-fertile for abundant harvests
- Cold-hardy to -20°F
- Low-maintenance and resilient
- Nation's most popular dessert cherry
- High antioxidant fruit
- Thrives in USDA Zones 4-8
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the exceptional quality and health of the Montmorency Cherry trees upon arrival. Reviewers consistently note the substantial size and robust nature of the specimens, often exceeding expectations and building confidence in successful establishment. The careful packaging ensures minimal transit damage, contributing significantly to initial satisfaction. While the superior maturity and health justify the premium price, some buyers view the purchase as a significant investment. Despite the cost, the immediate success rate and reliable plant material position these trees as a top choice for serious home orchardists seeking classic tart cherries for baking.
Know before you buy
No, the Montmorency Cherry is self-fertile. You will get a full harvest even if you only have space for a single tree.
At maturity, the tree reaches 12 to 15 feet in both height and width. Plan for a 15-foot diameter area to ensure it has enough room to thrive without crowding.
Montmorency cherries are classified as tart or sour cherries. While some people enjoy them fresh, they are primarily prized for their intense flavor in baking, pies, and preserves.
This variety prefers well-drained soil. It is important to avoid planting in areas where water pools, as the roots require consistent moisture but will suffer in waterlogged ground.
The Montmorency is quite resilient and cold-hardy down to -20°F. It is well-suited for USDA Zones 4 through 8, making it a reliable choice for many northern climates.
For the best fruit production, this tree requires full sun. This means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily.
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