Morello Cherry
Morello Cherry
Prunus cerasus 'Morello' (= ‘Rheinische Schattenmorelle’)
Prunus cerasus 'Morello' (= ‘Rheinische Schattenmorelle’)
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- Delicious sour cherry with an intense flavor and deep color.
- Varietal Rheinische Schattenmorelle (Morello) for traditional sweet-and-sour preparations.
- Versatile: perfect for jam, cake and juice.
- Winter-hardy and healthy: reliable harvest every year.
- Delivered as bare root stock for affordable planting.
Prunus cerasus 'Morello' (= 'Rheinische Schattenmorelle') Morello Cherry is a historic, robust sour cherry tree renowned for its bold dark fruit and rich tart flavor. This heritage variety brings dependable fruit production and a classic culinary profile right from the tree.
With a vigorous, compact growth habit, it fits well in garden beds and larger pots, tolerating typical backyard conditions while delivering abundant fruit each season. Expect firm, glossy cherries perfect for jams, desserts, and sauces.
A reliable pollinator-friendly choice, it suits kitchen gardeners seeking dark tart cherries with strong fruiting performance and a satisfying harvest window.
Care and Watering
Morello cherry requires deep, regular watering during dry spells; mulch to retain moisture. Avoid waterlogging and ensure well-drained soil.
Maintenance
Prune after harvest to shape and remove diseased wood; fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced mix; monitor for pests and diseases.
Location
Choose a sunny, sheltered site with full sun for best fruiting; ensure good air circulation and avoid frost pockets.
Tips
Plant in rich soil, mulch, stake young trees, protect from sunburn, and harvest when fruit is deep red for best flavor.
Prunus cerasus 'Morello' (Rheinische Schattenmorelle) as bare-root is a graceful addition: spectacular white blossoms in spring and characteristic, deep red sour cherry-fruits that add color and texture to borders and fruit-tree borders.
The slender silhouette and decorative twig structure create visual calm and season-long interest in any garden.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Max height full grown | 800 cm |
| Standing | Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Fruits., Deciduous., Sheltered location. |
| Flower color | White |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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