Hardiness
Zone 5 to 9
Discover the plant
Cherry 'Lapins'
FamilyRosaceae
Prunus avium ‘Lapins’ is a self-fertile sweet cherry tree highly prized for its large, sweet, and juicy cherries, ideal for fresh consumption. Its white blossoms in May precede an abundant harvest of dark red, flavorful, and highly sought-after fruits, especially by birds—which may necessitate the installation of protective netting. With an average height of about 4 meters, an elegant, rounded habit, it adapts well to family orchards in zone 5 or in zone 4b protected from winds, with yields that can vary depending on the winters. It tolerates neutral, cool, and well-drained soils, and benefits from adequate spacing to optimize air circulation and fruiting. Highly resistant to black knot, ‘Lapins’ benefits from being accompanied by another compatible cherry tree to further stimulate its production.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Apply a balanced organic fertilizer rich in phosphorus and potassium in early spring (March-April). On sandy soil, a second application may be necessary in summer.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodLate spring (April-May)
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingDark red, tart morello cherries, sweet and juicy
Maximum height15–20 ft (4.5–6 m)
Maximum width15–20 ft (4.5–6 m)
Growth rateModerate growth
Hardiness zoneZone 5 to 9
Minimum temperature'-26°C
