August Heart sweet cherry

Prunus avium 'August Heart'

TreeRosaceae

August Heart sweet cherry
Edible
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
Habit
Columnar
Bloom season
Spring

Garden uses

Food gardenPollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'August Heart' sweet cherry (Prunus avium 'August Heart') is a tree for food gardens and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun. The columnar habit suits smaller spaces, and butterflies and bees visit the blooms from early to late spring. Plant a second cherry nearby for pollination, because this tree is not self-fertile.

Pairs well with Paul Scherer tulip, Mount Hood daffodil, Gro-Low fragrant sumac, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.