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Prunus avium Early Rivers - Description
- Potted Sweet Cherry Tree
- Variety: Early Rivers
- Latin: Prunus avium Early Rivers
- Early fruiting sweet cherry variety
- Pot Size: 7.5L
- Current Plant Size: Approx. 175cm
- Can be grown in pots or planted in the ground
Prunus avium Early Rivers - Characteristics
- Produces dark red cherries with sweet flavour
- One of the earliest cherry varieties to ripen (early summer)
- White spring blossom adds ornamental value
- Deciduous tree with seasonal interest
- Not self-fertile – requires a compatible pollinator
- Hardy and reliable in Irish growing conditions
- Mature size: approx. 2.5 – 4m height and spread
Prunus avium Early Rivers - Uses
- Perfect for home orchards and fruit gardens
- Ideal for fresh eating, desserts and preserves
- Great ornamental spring flowering tree
- Suitable for trained forms such as fan training against walls
Prunus avium Early Rivers - Planting & Aftercare
- Plant in full sun for best fruiting
- Prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Choose a sheltered position to protect blossoms
- Water regularly during establishment
- Prune after fruiting in summer to maintain shape
- Protect fruit from birds using netting
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