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
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| 541 |
Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Standard (Mazzard) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade |
$23.99 |
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| 1562 |
Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Semi-Dwarf (Gisela 6) root, 1/2" to 5/8" caliper grade |
$26.99 |
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| 1525 |
Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Standard (Mahaleb) root, 2 year-Medium grade |
$24.99 |
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| 1587 |
Kristin Dark Sweet Cherry on Semi-Dwarf (Gisela 6) root, Small 3/8"-7/16"caliper grade |
$24.99 |
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Height10-16 Feet
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Spread10-14 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
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Prunus avium 'Kristin' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance TipsKristin 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 CherryKristin 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.
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Prunus avium 'Kristin' Characteristics & Attributes
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Bloom Character
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Early blooming |
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Excellent pollinizer |
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Pollinizer needed |
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Disease Resistance
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Fruit Characteristics
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Spreading habit |
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Average vigor |
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Very productive |
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Harvest Period
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Other Attributes
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Site Requirements
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Full Sun |
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Very hardy |
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Winter hardy |
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Skill Required
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Uses
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High dessert quality |
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Cooking or baking |
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Good for pies |
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Juice or Cider |
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Canning or freezing |
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