The Cherry ‘Stella’ is a Canadian-bred appealing variety that is both a flowering and fruiting tree. This is the most well-known dessert cherry in the United Kingdom, producing firm, dark-fleshed, good-sized fruits with a delightful flavour. From mid-July to August, these crops can be harvested. These dwarfing rootstocks are excellent for patio trees. They are also great as a focal point in a mixed border.
Growing Information
Plant cherry trees in any well drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Prior to planting, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the planting hole and drive the stake into the ground to support the tree. Staking after planting may result in damage to the root ball. Plant fruit trees at their original soil level and firm them into the ground. Fasten the tree to the stake using a tree tie, and water well.
When growing cherries on the patio, use a large 60cm (24″) diameter container filled with a soil based compost such as John Innes No 3.
