The Bigarreau Burlat Cherry Tree is an early and productive variety producing large, sweet fruits with firm and crunchy flesh, and dark red skin. These table cherries are of excellent taste quality. In order to ensure good fruiting, this self-sterile variety needs to be associated with a Bigarreau Napoleon, Reverchon or Van Cherry Tree, in close proximity, within a radius of 20 to 30m (66 to 98ft). Planting is preferably done in autumn for a harvest starting from late May.

The Bigarreau Burlat Cherry Tree produces large, sweet, juicy and delicious fruits. The cherries, with their shiny dark red skin, have firm and crunchy flesh. Enjoy them right after picking or, if the harvest is abundant, use them to make pies, clafoutis, jams and preserves. Cherries are rich in vitamin C, minerals and trace elements.

The Burlat variety is early and productive. It offers good resistance to late frosts. From mid-March the Bigarreau Burlat Cherry Tree is covered with small white flowers that appear before the leaves. This variety is pollinated by the Napoleon, Reverchon or Van varieties. It is necessary to have another cherry tree in close proximity, within a radius of 20 to 30m (66 to 98ft), to ensure good fruiting. The Burlat variety is harvested from late May. The harvest can be more or less abundant depending on the year and may present an alternate (biennial) bearing phenomenon, allowing the tree to replenish its reserves. Fruit production becomes optimal after 6 to 7 years.

The Bigarreau Cherry (Prunus cerasus) belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, reaching 5 to 10m (16 to 33ft) in height at maturity. Hardy, it can withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) while the flowers are susceptible to spring frosts and are damaged at -2°C (28.4°F). Its rounded habit provides a beautiful shaded area, very pleasant during the summer. Its alternate, toothed leaves are shiny and dark green, then take on a lovely reddish hue in autumn before falling. Suitable for all regions, cherry trees can be planted on a lawn, at the back of a flowerbed, or within an orchard.

Easy to cultivate, cherry trees grow in all types of soil, acidic or alkaline. They appreciate moist, light soils and dislike heavy and clayey soils. Choose a sunny site. In order to limit the risks of late frost to the flowers, it is recommended to plant your cherry tree in a sheltered location, facing west and protected from cold winds in regions that experience spring frosts. Planting is preferably done in autumn. If you plant multiple trees, space them 4 to 5m (13 to 16ft) apart for grafted plants.

Loosen the soil deeply, remove stones and unwanted weeds. Add some sand to improve drainage. Dig a hole 4 to 5 times the volume of the root ball. Make sure to separate the subsoil and the topsoil. Mix crushed horn or well-rotted compost or potting soil with the subsoil and pour this mixture into the bottom of the planting hole. Install a stake. Place the root ball, cover with the topsoil, and firm it down. Water generously (about 10L). Tie the stake to the plant, crossing the tie in the shape of an 8.

During cultivation watering is not necessary except in the case of high heat. Mulch at the base to keep it cool in summer. Protect your harvest by installing either a bird net, aluminum foil, or old CDs. In case of aphid attack, spray with soapy water.

Prunus avium Bigarreau Burlat - Cherry Tree

Prunus avium Bigarreau Burlat
Wild Cherry, Sweet Cherry, Bird Cherry

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Bigarreau Burlat

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Wild Cherry, Sweet Cherry, Bird Cherry

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