Giorgia sweet cherry

Prunus avium 'Giorgia'

TreeRosaceae

Giorgia 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

'Giorgia' sweet cherry (Prunus avium 'Giorgia') 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 shape fits small spaces, and the spring blooms attract butterflies and bees. You grow it for fresh eating, and you need a second cherry nearby because it is not self-fertile.

Pairs well with Thalia daffodil, Claire de Lune peony, and Blonde Ambition blue grama.