Prunus cerasus 'Rabbits'
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.
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Light, soil, water and hardiness
Blooming, foliage and shape
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Companion planting, spacing and harvest
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