Montmorency Tart Cherry

Prunus cerasus 'Montmorency'

Grandpa's Choice™ Montmorency Tart Cherry has long been recognized as the standard of the tart cherry industry. The fruit is bright red, medium in size and have a clear, juicy flesh. The trees are self-fruitful, winter hardy, very productive and ripen in late June.

Height 12-18 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Prunus cerasus 'Montmorency' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Montmorency is self-fertile and requires no pollinator. The tree is vigorous and easy to grow. It is somewhat susceptible to cherry leaf spot, so try to control it as long as possible, but if it drops its leaves earlier in the summer, do not dispair, the tree will almost always come back with a nice crop the next year.

A Little History about Montmorency Tart Cherry Originated in France in the 17th Century and introduced to the United States in 1760. Grandpa grew and picked many Montmorency as a kid, and was glad when mechanical harvesting came along in the 1960's. Sure took the drudgery out of picking in the hot July days.

Prunus cerasus 'Montmorency' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Early blooming • Self-fertile	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Early to bear • Very productive	Harvest Period • Early season • Concentrated harvest
Other Attributes • Very tart • Grandpa's Choice™	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Very hardy	Skill Required • Easy to grow	Uses • Cooking or baking • Good for pies • Juice or Cider • Canning or freezing