Olympic sweet cherry
Prunus avium 'Olympic'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Olympic' sweet cherry (Prunus avium 'Olympic') 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. Olympic has a columnar shape, so it fits in tighter spaces. It is grown for fresh eating. Blooms open from early to late spring and attract butterflies and bees.
Pairs well with Incrediball Blush smooth hydrangea, Bridal Crown daffodil, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Fanal astilbe.