Genetic dwarfing form of the self-fertile Stella variety. Only growing to about 8-10ft. Dark, heart shaped fruit of good quality, similar to Lambert. Not as crack resistant as Lapins. Compact Stella Cherry is low chill, so it can fruit in the South.
ZONE: 4-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Mid-late blooming. For appropriate cross pollination click HERE
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 1/2 sun, balanced moisture. Reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Summer prune for airflow and ease of harvest. Spur bearer. Cut new growth by half each year to keep tree compact. Fruits on 1 year old + wood. Early season ripening.
CHILL HOURS: 700-800 chill hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: Dwarf - 8' x 12'| Semi Dwarf – 10-16' x 15'| Standard – 20' x 20'
*Mature size is not definitive – Climate, soil, care, and pruning methods all factor into size at maturity*
