Sam Cherry

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Prunus avium ‘Sam’ (Sam Sweet Cherry)

Due to import restrictions we are unable to ship Cherry to CA...

‘Sam’ is an early-ripening black sweet cherry prized for its excellent flavor and dependable performance. The fruit is notably crack-resistant in wet weather, making it a strong choice for regions with rainy harvest seasons. A long-time nursery favorite, ‘Sam’ is also valued for its canker resistance, an important trait for eastern growing conditions.

More adaptable to eastern climates than ‘Bing,’ ‘Sam’ is also an excellent pollinator for ‘Rainier.’ Trees require a compatible pollinator for fruit set.

Note: Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship cherries to California or Europe.

• Hardiness Zones: 5–7

• Pollination: Requires a compatible pollinator (not self-fertile)

• Spacing:

• Dwarf: 10' circle
• Semi-dwarf: 15' circle
• Standard: 25' circle
• Ripening: Early season

• Fruit Type: Black sweet cherry

Plant Characteristics

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

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