Montmorency Cherry

Montmorency is a tart cherry variety known for its bright red fruit and acidic flavor. It is widely used for pies, preserves, and baking. Trees are cold hardy, productive, and self-pollinating. This variety is well suited for Michigan conditions and home orchards.

Rootstock: Mahaleb

Current Sales Size: 3/4" caliper, 5-6 ft. bare-root transplant

Growth Rate: Medium

Soils: well-drained

Moisture: Mesic

Shade Tolerance: Full Sun

Mature Height: 15-20 ft.

Mature Spread: 15-20 ft.

Deer Damage Potential: High

Special Notes: Mahaleb rootstock performs best in deep, well-drained soils and is somewhat dwarfing, cold hardy, and precocious, but is not recommended for heavy soils or areas with high water tables.

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