Vanier cherry
Prunus salicina 'Vanier'
USDA zones5 to 5
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Upright-spreading / vase
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Vanier' cherry (Prunus salicina 'Vanier') is a tree for food gardens and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, loamy soil. It blooms in early to late spring and draws butterflies and bees. The plum-like fruit ripens late and is grown for fresh eating and cooking. You will need a second tree nearby, since it is not self-fertile.
Pairs well with Galaxy magnolia, Japanese maple, Blueberry, and Ornamental onion.
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