Dwarf cherry tree Stella – AB

Description

Description of the Stella Dwarf Cherry Tree

The Stella Dwarf Cherry is a perfect choice for those with limited space. This self-fertile, reduced-growth variety can also be grown in a container or used to create an attractive fruit hedge. With its dazzling blooms in April and large, bright red fruits in summer, the Stella cherry combines ornamental beauty with abundant fruit production.

Key features:

• Adult size: 2 to 3 m in height, 1.5 to 2.5 m in wingspan.
• Exhibition: Sun
• Hardiness: Very hardy, withstands up to -20°C.
• Type of foliage: Deciduous, bright green with orange-red hues in autumn.
• Plant habit: Compact, semi-erect, spreading with age.

Advantages of the variety:

• Autofertility: Does not require any other variety for pollination.
• Fruits: Large cherries (2.5 to 3 cm in diameter), dark red, almost black when ripe, red flesh, firm, melting, juicy and very sweet.
• Flowering: Late, avoiding spring frosts, decorative and melliferous.

Growing recommendations:

• Soil: All types, except too clayey.
• Planting: Ideally in the fall.
• Interview: Not very susceptible to diseases, easy to implant and almost maintenance-free.

Culinary Uses:

• The cherries of the Stella Dwarf Cherry are perfect for fresh use or in cooking, ideal for clafoutis, pies, preserves, or accompaniments to savory dishes.

Nutritional values and health:

• Rich in vitamins A, C, E, calcium, copper, iron and antioxidants, they offer many health benefits.

This dwarf cherry tree is a beautiful and practical addition to any garden, offering an abundance of delicious cherries every summer, for young and old to enjoy. For those looking to maximize their space and enjoy a decorative and productive fruit tree, the Stella Dwarf Cherry is a great option.

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