Grandpa's Choice™ Varieties
Grandpa tested hundreds of varieties over the years and the best of the best are his "choices".
Hudson Sweet Cherry

Hudson Dark Sweet Cherry---SALE PRICED!

Prunus avium 'Hudson'

Hudson is a good, sweet black sweet cherry that is more crack-resistant than most cherries. It ripens later in the season and hangs well on the tree. It is moderately productive and hardy.

Hudson Dark Sweet Cherry---SALE PRICED! Pricing

Item # Description Price
540 Hudson Sweet Cherry on Standard (Mazzard) root, 2 year-Extra Large grade $25.99  $19.99 Add Add to Cart
1464 Hudson Sweet Cherry on Standard (Mazzard) root, Large 1/2" caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

10-16 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-7

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Prunus avium 'Hudson'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Hudson is a good choice for areas were hardiness and rain cracking are a concern. It requires pollination from other late blooming cherries, and also makes a good late pollinator.

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A Little History about Hudson Dark Sweet Cherry---SALE PRICED!

Hudson was selected as a seedling in 1935 and introduced as a variety in 1964 from the NY State Ag Experiment Station in Geneva, NY.

Prunus avium 'Hudson' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Excellent pollinizer
• Pollinizer needed
• Late blooming
Disease Resistance
• Crack resistance
Fruit Characteristics
• Large fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
• Average vigor
• Spreading habit
Harvest Period
• Late season
Other Attributes
• Sweet
• Very juicy
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Winter hardy
Skill Required
• Easy to grow
Uses
• Good for pies
• Juice or Cider
• Canning or freezing
• High dessert quality
• Cooking or baking