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    • Photo of Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry fruit by Friends School Plant Sale by Susan N.

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    Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry

    Scientific Name: Prunus cerasus 'North Star' [semi-dwarf]

    Also Known As

    • Prunus 'North Star Semi-dwarf'
    • Prunus cerasus 'Northstar'
    • Sour Cherry

    Plant type

    tree, fruit / vegetable

    size

    • H: 7'-15'
    • W: 4'-15'

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

    Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry plant details

    Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry

    Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
    Plant family: rosaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 15 FT - wide, 7 FT - 15 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: container plant, dwarf, fragrant, small tree

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Hardiest of the sour cherries and a genetic dwarf (to 10') with bright red fruit which is tart and juicy; early to mid-season; self-fertile. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry plant

    How to Grow Semi-dwarf North Star Cherry

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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