Valera sweet cherry
Prunus avium 'Valera'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Valera' sweet cherry (Prunus avium 'Valera') 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. Its columnar shape fits small spaces, and it blooms from early to late spring to draw butterflies and bees. The fruit is grown for fresh eating. It is not self-fertile, so plant a second cherry nearby for fruit.
Pairs well with Bridal Bouquet peony, Blonde Ambition blue grama, Red Riding Hood tulip, and Blanket flower.