Cherry Bush, Romeo

Prunus fruticosa x prunus cerasus 'Romeo'

Edibles Trees

Description

Juliet's counterpart, 'Romeo Cherry Bush' produces up to 30 pounds of sweet, red-black cherries that can be eaten fresh or used in baking, canning or freezing. Self-fertile, but is much more prolific when planted near Juliet. Hardy to -40°.

Botanical Name
Prunus fruticosa x prunus cerasus 'Romeo'
Height
5-8'
Width
5-8'
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Well Draining
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Bloom Colors
White
Zones
Zone 2 Zone 7 Zone 6 Zone 5B Zone 5 Zone 4A Zone 4B Zone 4 Zone 3B Zone 3
Foliage Colors
Dark Green
Water Requirements
Moderate Secondary Culinary

Tags

Medium Growing