Bowyer Heart sweet cherry
Prunus avium 'Bowyer Heart'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Bowyer Heart' sweet cherry (Prunus avium 'Bowyer 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 form suits smaller spaces, and butterflies and bees visit the spring flowers. The late fruit is grown for fresh eating. It is not self-fertile, so plant a second cherry nearby for pollination.
Pairs well with Red Riding Hood tulip, Pinky Winky panicle hydrangea, and Thalia daffodil.