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Cherry 'Black Pearl'

7-Gallon, Semi-Dwarf

Height: 12-15 feet tall.
Spread: 10-12 feet.
Sunlight: Full sun.
Hardiness Zone: 5a.
Other Names: Prunus avium 'Black Pearl'

Description:
A premium sweet cherry variety prized for its exceptionally large, dark red to nearly black fruit. 'Black Pearl' cherries are firm, juicy, and rich in flavor, making them one of the best choices for fresh eating. This semi-dwarf tree produces high yields and is an excellent addition to home orchards.

Edible Qualities:
Cherry 'Black Pearl' is known for its deep red, almost black cherries with firm, juicy flesh and an intensely sweet flavor. It ripens in mid-season and has excellent resistance to cracking.

The fruit is most often used in the following ways:
- Fresh Eating
- Baking
- Preserves
- Desserts

Features & Attributes:
Cherry 'Black Pearl' features lush green foliage in summer, with an abundance of fragrant white blossoms in spring, attracting pollinators. The deep red to black fruit ripens in early to mid-summer, standing out against the vibrant green leaves.

This is a deciduous tree with an upright, spreading growth habit. It offers reliable fruit production and is well-suited for home gardens and small orchards. Regular pruning helps maintain shape and encourages better yields.

Aside from its primary use as an edible, Cherry 'Black Pearl' is suitable for the following landscape applications:
- Orchard/Edible Landscaping
- Home Gardens

Planting & Growing:
Cherry 'Black Pearl' will grow to be about 12-15 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 10-12 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 3-4 feet from the ground. It grows at a medium rate and, under ideal conditions, can be expected to live for 50 years or more.

This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It requires cross-pollination with another sweet cherry variety for optimal fruit production. It benefits from regular watering, especially during dry periods, and prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil. A layer of mulch around the base helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.

Additional Characteristics:
- Mid-Season Ripening
- Pollination Required
- Disease Resistant
- Fragrant Spring Blossoms
- Highly Productive