These are BARE ROOTED plants which can be planted from the end of October until May and will be dispatched as soon as the weather turns cold and they become dormant.The dispatch date depends on the Autumn temperature and varies from year to year.
The cherry tree Van produces fruit from the June onwards. The cherries are large, dark-red, they are also sweet and very tasty!
Growing Details
Common Name: Van
Genus: Prunus
Species: Avium
Cultivar: Van
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Moist
Rootstock: Colt
Description
A vigorous grower, starting with an upright habit, spreading as it matures. Good to pollinate with Lapins and Sunburst cherry trees. Grows well in deep, moist but well drained soil and in full sun. One of the best pollinators for other sweet cherries.
Pollination:
It is not self-fertile and needs a pollination partner:
Lapins, Merton Glory, Morello, Stella
As with all trees from the prunus family, the leaves will start to appear autumnal and slightly shabby with holes, from mid-June onwards. This is not a disease, it is just a growth cycle with this type of tree.
