Black Heart sweet cherry
Prunus avium 'Black Heart'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Black Heart' sweet cherry (Prunus avium 'Black 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. Grow it for fresh eating. It has a columnar shape and blooms in early to late spring, which draws bees and butterflies. It is not self-fertile, so plant a second cherry nearby for fruit.
Pairs well with Cat's Pajamas nepeta, Mount Hood daffodil, Hansa rose, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.