Montmorency Cherry

Prunus cerasus ‘Montmorency’

80% of pie cherry trees grown in America and Canada are Montmorency! The beautiful, upright tree thrives in the Pacific Northwest, and all over the US. This incredibly reliable variety produces an abundance of cheery, bright red cherries with clear juice.

Vigorous grower with good, wide crotch angles. Very productive, especially when fruits are protected from birds. Considered low chill; requires 500+ chill hours to reliably set fruit.

USDA Zone: 4-9

Mature Height: 8′ (Mini-Dwarf), 12′ (Dwarf)

Sun: Full Sun

Ripening Time: August

Pollination: Self-Fertile

Dwarf Rootstock: Gisela 5

Mini-Dwarf Rootstock: Gisela 3

Read our Cherry Growing Guide