Prunus avium ''Chelan''
Chelan Sweet Cherry
- Ready 2 weeks early!
- Heart-shaped cherries
- Resists cracking
- Category: Fruit Tree
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Height: 20-30 ft
- Spread: 20-30 ft
Purchase options for Chelan Sweet Cherry
- Size: #7 5-6'
- Status: BeautiFULL
- Availability: In Stock
$125.00
The Chelan variety yields deep, mahogany red, heart shaped cherries and are ready almost 2 weeks earlier that most other trees. This fruit bearer delivers less double fruit that resists cracking. Due to it being a prolific bloomer, management is needed to reduce fruit load. Resistant to several common diseases of cherry. Enjoy the delicious produce that is the result of trials through Washington State University.
Attributes
| • | Edible |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing Tips for Prunus avium ''Chelan''
Stake up and train young trees until it can develop its strength. Requires full sun in well-drained soil. With annual pruning and good soil and sunlight, Chelan cherries will be here before you know it.