Black Elton sweet cherry
Prunus avium 'Black Elton'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Black Elton' sweet cherry (Prunus avium 'Black Elton') 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. It has a columnar habit and is grown for eating fresh. Blooms open in early to late spring and attract butterflies and bees. It is not self-fertile, so plant a second cherry nearby for fruit.
Pairs well with Small-leaved lime, Cat's Pajamas nepeta, Mount Hood daffodil, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.