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Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry

Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry

Prunus avium 'Kristin'

Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry is known for being one of the hardiest cherries. It does well in Zone 5 and in the milder parts of Zone 4. It has large dark purplish fruit approaching 1 inch, which is meaty, juicy and tasty. It is a good producer and is recommended for tough sweet cherry growing areas. It ripens early in the season with Schmidt, Van, and EMperor Francis.

Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry Pricing

Item # Description Price
541 Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Standard (Mazzard) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $23.99 Add Add to Cart
1562 Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Semi-Dwarf (Gisela 6) root, 1/2" to 5/8" caliper grade $26.99 Add Add to Cart
1525 Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Standard (Mahaleb) root, 2 year-Medium grade $24.99 Add Add to Cart
1587 Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Semi-Dwarf (Gisela 6) root, Small 3/8"-7/16"caliper grade $24.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

10-16 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Prunus avium 'Kristin'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Kristin is a large, vigorous, very productive tree. Its great hardiness makes it an annual cropper. Its needs another pollinator, but don't use Emperor Francis, Royal Anne or Bing.

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A Little History about Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry

Kristin was developed at the New York Experiment Station in Geneva, NY and well tested as far as Montana and Norway. It was named in Norway where it did so well, so it is a world traveler.

Prunus avium 'Kristin' Characteristics & Attributes

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