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Prunus Carmine Jewel - Dwarf Cherry

Prunus cerasus x fruticosa Carmine Jewel
Ground Cherry, Dwarf Cherry

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A variety with high-quality, sweet, mild and tangy fruits, of a beautiful dark red. These small cherries are easily harvested, as the bush does not exceed 2m (7ft) in height and its branches start almost from the ground. It is productive and hardy. Self-fertile, it does not need the presence of another plant to pollinate it. It is suitable for small gardens in open ground, balconies and terraces in pots. Recommended planting in autumn.
Flavour
Sour
Height at maturity
1.75 m
Spread at maturity
1.75 m
Exposure
Sun
Self-fertilising
Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time January to March, September to November
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Flowering time March to April
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Harvest time July
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Description

Prunus cerasus 'Carmine Jewel' is a self-fertile dwarf cherry tree variety, with small sour cherries as its fruit. It forms a bush without a trunk, with branches starting near the ground and reaching a height of 2m (7ft). This makes it ideal for small spaces and pots, but it also makes it very easy to harvest the fruit. These small dark red fruits, very abundant in June and July, have a sweet and juicy flesh, suitable for both sweet and savory dishes. Very hardy, it is easy to grow everywhere except in clayey soil.

Prunus cerasus belongs to the Rosaceae family, also known as the 'Morello' cherry tree or Sour cherry tree. It is native to Asia Minor and grows quite widely in Europe. Hardy, it withstands cold and adapts well to all regions. If grown in a pot, it is advisable to protect it during cold periods. It prefers a sunny exposure, slightly sheltered from the wind. It adapts to all types of soil, even slightly calcareous, except for clayey soil.

The 'Carmine Jewel' variety is characterized by its bushy habit, without a trunk. It does not exceed 1.5 to 2 metres (5 to 7 feet) in height, with the same width. Its flowers appear as early as March, before the leaf bud burst period. This flowering, composed of white flowers grouped in clusters, very early in spring, is always a dazzling sight announcing the end of winter. In the garden, the flowering Sour cherry tree is very attractive to bees, which willingly collect its nectar. The reddish wood is a characteristic feature of the cherry tree family. In June-July, this Sour cherry tree produces an abundant crop of small red fruits, smaller than sweet cherries, with firm and juicy flesh. The fruit is attached to the branch by a short petiole measuring 1 to 2cm (0 to 1in) long. The deciduous foliage is light green and takes on brownish-orange hues in autumn.

The fruit or drupe of the dwarf cherry tree is rich in antioxidants, making it beneficial for health. It can be eaten raw from the tree, but sour cherries reveal their flavors in cooking to enhance sweet pastries or savory dishes, or simply in jam.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.75 m
Spread at maturity 1.75 m
Growth rate normal

Fruit

Fruit colour red
Fruit diameter 1 cm
Flavour Sour
Use Jam, Patisserie, Cooking
Harvest time July

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time March to April
Inflorescence Solitary

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Prunus

Species

cerasus x fruticosa

Cultivar

Carmine Jewel

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Ground Cherry, Dwarf Cherry

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference20133

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Planting and care

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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 from the topsoil. Mix crushed horn or well-rotted compost or potting soil with the subsoil and pour this mixture into the planting hole. Install a stake. Place the root ball, cover with the topsoil and firm it down. Water generously (about 10 litres). Tie the stake to the plant, crossing the tie in a figure 8 shape, without touching the trunk.

During cultivation, watering is not necessary except in case of high temperatures. 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.

For container planting: Place a layer of gravel or clay pellets at the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage. Add a layer of soil and then place the plant and cover with a mixture of 2/3 garden soil, 1/3 potting soil or well-rotted compost. Every spring, surface the pot by replacing the top layer with fresh potting soil. Water regularly and moderately. At the end of autumn, protect the pot with insulation before winter frosts.

Planting period

Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time January to March, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Free-standing, Container, Orchard
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Well-drained.

Care

Pruning instructions Cherry trees are pruned when they still have leaves, just after the harvest. This pruning should remain superficial and is often not necessary. The cutting of large sections should be very occasional, as it weakens the trees a lot. The use of gum on the wounds will limit the flow of gum that weakens the subject. In late autumn, remove dead branches and those that cross inside, in order to allow air and light to circulate in the middle.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time July to September
Soil moisture Tolerant
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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