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Cherry Bush 'Carmine Jewel'

7-Gallon

Height: 6-8 feet tall.
Spread: 5-6 feet.
Sunlight: Full sun.
Hardiness Zone: 3a.
Other Names: Prunus fruticosa x Prunus cerasus 'Carmine Jewel'

Description:
A compact, cold-hardy cherry bush known for its deep red, tart cherries and high yields. 'Carmine Jewel' is an excellent choice for northern growers, as it thrives in colder climates where traditional cherry trees struggle. Its small size makes it ideal for home gardens, and its fruit is perfect for fresh eating, preserves, and baking.

Edible Qualities:
Cherry Bush 'Carmine Jewel' produces small, dark red cherries with a rich, tangy flavor. The fruit is juicy and packed with antioxidants, making it a healthy and delicious addition to any home orchard.

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

Features & Attributes:
Cherry Bush 'Carmine Jewel' features deep green foliage throughout the growing season, followed by masses of fragrant white blossoms in early spring that attract pollinators. Its cherries ripen in mid to late summer, turning a dark red as they mature. The bush maintains a naturally rounded, compact shape, making it an attractive and functional addition to any edible landscape.

This is a deciduous shrub with an upright, bushy growth habit. It is highly resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance choice for growers.

Aside from its primary use as an edible, Cherry Bush 'Carmine Jewel' is suitable for the following landscape applications:
- Edible Hedges
- Small Orchards
- Home Gardens

Planting & Growing:
Cherry Bush 'Carmine Jewel' will grow to be about 6-8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 5-6 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 2-3 feet from the ground. It grows at a medium rate and, under ideal conditions, can be expected to live for 25 years or more.

This shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is self-fertile, meaning it does not require another cherry variety for pollination. Regular watering during dry periods and occasional pruning help maintain shape and encourage better fruit production. A layer of mulch around the base helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.

Additional Characteristics:
- Mid to Late Season Ripening
- Self-Fertile
- Cold Hardy
- High-Yielding
- Disease Resistant