Meteor Tart Cherry

Prunus cerasus 'Meteor'

Meteor is a natural genetic dwarf that will grow about half as much as other tart cherries. It produces a nice, tart, juicy, meaty pie cherry that resembles Montmorency. It is extremely hardy. It blooms and ripens a week after after Montmorency.

Height 8-12 Feet

Spread 8-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

Prunus cerasus 'Meteor' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Meteor is very compact and spurry. Its foliage hides and shields the fruit from the sun and birds. It is leaf spot resistant and easy to grow. It is self-fruitful and requires no pollinator.

A Little History about Meteor Tart Cherry Meteor is a cross of Montmorency with a Russian variety, thus gaining its extreme hardiness. It was introduced in 1952 from University of Minnesota.

Prunus cerasus 'Meteor' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Late blooming • Self-fertile	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Early to bear • Very productive • Compact habit • Spreading habit	Harvest Period • Late season • Concentrated harvest
Other Attributes • Very tart • Short shelf-life	Site Requirements • Very hardy • Full Sun • Frost Resistant	Skill Required • Easy to grow	Uses • Good for pies • Juice or Cider • Canning or freezing • Cooking or baking • Good for drying