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Prunus avium (Early Star)

Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship cherries to California and Europe.

Early Star is a very early-ripening sweet cherry from the "Star" series, originating in Italy. It is self-fertile and a cross between Bigarreau Burlat and Stella. Suitable for Zones 5-7.

Plant Characteristics:

  • Pest Resistance: Fair
  • Disease Resistance: Good
  • Drought Tolerance: Fair
  • Heat Tolerance: Good
  • Humidity Tolerance: Fair
  • Sun Tolerance: Very Good
  • Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
  • Shade Tolerance: Poor
  • No Spray: Poor
  • Salt Tolerance: Poor
  • Fresh for Kids: Excellent
  • Deer Resistance: Fair
  • Thorns: No
  • Plant Type: Tree
  • Soil Type: Adaptable
  • Edible Type: Fruit
  • Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and feedback are always welcome.

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