Botanical profile

Prunus cerasus 'Romeo'

Latin name
Prunus cerasus Romeo
Common name
'Romeo' Cherry Tree
Type
Fruit tree
Family
Rosaceae

Prunus cerasus ‘Romeo’ is a hardy dwarf sour cherry from the Romance series, specially developed to offer a generous production of tasty cherries in cold climates, making it an excellent choice for Quebec gardens and orchards adapted to our harsh winters. This variety stands out for its compact, bushy habit, ideal for small spaces or patios, while allowing for an abundant harvest of red to black-red cherries with sweet and slightly tart flavors, perfect for fresh consumption, preserves, pies, or juice. ‘Romeo’ is self-fertile and cold-tolerant, while attracting pollinators thanks to its white flowers in spring. It is easy to care for and integrates perfectly into fruit arrangements adapted to our Quebec conditions.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2 to 7
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Moderate watering
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.
Soil type
Fertile, well-drained, loamy or sandy soil.
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Late spring (April-May)
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Red to black-red cherries, sweet and slightly tart, juicy
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Bushy shape
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6–8 ft (1.8–2.4 m)
Width
6–8 ft (1.8–2.4 m)
Growth rate
Moderate growth
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Cherry
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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