Cherries: Nanking

Nanking, or sweet Cherries prefer deep, fertile and well-drained soil. They will not thrive on shallow or badly drained sites. As Cherries flower early in the year, choose a warm sheltered site, or grow against a south- or south-west facing wall or fence. When frost is forecast, protect the blossom, but uncover it during the day to allow access to pollinating insects. The trees are best planted 15-18 ft. apart.

Black Nanking

Black Nanking Cherries have a larger fruit and darker green foliage than other species, but the real attraction is that the fruit is deep dark purple instead; delicious Cherries are ideal for jams, jellies and fresh eating; good for hedging as well.
Tree Height: 8 ft.
Fruit Weight: 0.07 oz.
Fruit Size: 0.6 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Zone: 2

Nanking

Nanking Cherries are an excellent hedge plant with dense, disease-resistant foliage and masses of beautiful pink/white blossoms in spring. They are drought and shade tolerant and bear juicy Cherries that are excellent fresh or in baking.
Tree Height: 6-8 ft.
Fruit Weight: 0.07 oz.
Fruit Size: 0.6 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Zone: 2

Cherries: Tart

Tart cherries are less vigorous than sweet Cherries, growing to a height and spread of 10-12 ft. Tart Cherries are self-fertile, so they do not need a partner tree to act as a cross-pollinator. They tolerate some shade, making them a suitable choice for fan-training against north facing walls and fences. These are best planted 12-15 ft. apart.

Crimson Passion

Crimson Passion Cherries are a mid-season variety. Beautiful, bright red Cherries, ideal for home made Cherry pie. They are very hardy, disease resistant and their bush shape is very suitable for the home garden.
Tree Height: 4-5 ft.
Fruit Weight: 0.2 oz.
Fruit Size: 1.6 in.
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Zone: 2

Cupid

Cupid Cherries are a large dark red to black Cherry and are sweet with a firm textured flesh. They mature in late summer to early fall. A vigorous and hardy Canadian fruit. These cherries are great for eating or canning.
Tree Height: 6-8 ft.
Fruit Weight: 0.23 oz.
Fruit Size: 1.6 in.
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Zone: 2

Evans

Evans Cherry is a compact fruit tree, with showy white flowers in spring followed by loads of bright red sour Cherries in mid-summer, excellent for pies and jam. Needs full sun and well-drained soil. It is self-pollinating and extremely hardy.
Tree Height: 10-12 ft.
Fruit Weight: 0.14 oz.
Fruit Size: 0.8-1.2 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Zone: 2