Schneider Dark Sweet Cherry

Prunus avium 'Schneider'

Schneider Dark Sweet Cherry is a late ripening cherry that is very crack resistant. It is large and firm.

Height 10-16 Feet

Spread 10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Prunus avium 'Schneider' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Schneider is a later blooming variety that requires pollination. It should be a good pollinator for other late bloomers.

A Little History about Schneider Dark Sweet Cherry Schneider has been a very popular sweet cherry in Europe because of its flavor and crack resistance.

Prunus avium 'Schneider' Characteristics & Attributes

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