North Star Cherry Tree

North Star Cherry Tree – Cold-Hardy, Compact, and Fruitful

Bring the beauty of spring blooms and the joy of homegrown cherries to your yard with the North Star Cherry Tree (Prunus cerasus 'North Star'). This dwarf, self-pollinating variety is a favorite among home gardeners for its compact size, cold-hardiness, and reliable harvests of bright red, tart cherries.

Shipped in a 2-gallon trade pot, this tree comes well-established and ready to thrive in your garden. Reaching only 8 to 10 feet tall and wide, it’s the perfect choice for small gardens, patios, or urban spaces—yet still produces an impressive yield of flavorful cherries that are perfect for pies, jams, preserves, or fresh snacking.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Cold-Hardy Performer: Requires 1000–1200 chill hours, ideal for zones 4–8
• Compact Size: Grows to a manageable 8–10 ft—perfect for small spaces
• Self-Pollinating: No additional trees required (but another cherry tree nearby may boost yields)
• Flavorful Fruit: Produces medium to large bright red cherries with classic tart flavor
• Ornamental Beauty: Spring blossoms add seasonal charm to any landscape

Growing & Care Info:

• USDA Zones: 4–8
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil: Prefers well-draining, loamy soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist in the first year; becomes more drought tolerant once established
• Pruning: Prune in late winter to shape and promote airflow
• Pollination: Self-fertile, no pollinator required
• Harvest Time: Early to mid-summer (June to July)
• Planting Time: Best planted in spring

Additional Details:

• Grows well in cooler climates; may struggle in very hot or humid regions
• Allow approximately 20 ft of space if growing unpruned
• Shipped dormant during winter months
• Photos show mature trees; size at delivery may vary
• Not available for shipping to California, Alaska, or Hawaii

Whether you're planting your first fruit tree or expanding a backyard orchard, the North Star Cherry Tree brings beauty, flavor, and year-after-year harvests to your garden.

Grow sweet memories—starting with tart cherries.

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