Higher classification Sour Cherry | Species Prunus cerasus | |
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Similar Montncy cherry, Royal Ann cherry, Bing cherry, Empire Apples, D'Anjou | ||
The North Star cherry is a sour cherry tree. A dwarf cultivar, it typically grows 8 to 10 feet tall.
Developed by the University of Minnesota, (the "North Star State"), it is self-pollenizing (meaning only one tree is necessary). Cold-resistant, it is a heavy producer of mahogany-red, medium-sized fruit. In recent years, it has become a popular cherry variety for yards and gardens, as well as home cooking.
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