Early Star Sweet Cherry

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Prunus avium (Early Star)

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

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.