Stella Cherry will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 15 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more. This is a self-pollinating variety, so it doesn't require a second plant nearby to set fruit.
This tree is typically grown in a designated area of the yard because of its mature size and spread. It should only be grown in full sunlight. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Prunus avium 'Stella'
Common Name
Stella Cherry
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
15 Feet
Max Spread
15 Feet
Plant Form
- Round
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Yellow
Flower Colour
- White
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Fruit
Edible Harvest Period
In Mid Summer
Edible Use
- Raw
- Cooking
- Baking
- Preserves
Fruit Colour
- Dark Red
Growing
Flowering Period
In Early Spring
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
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