Sweet Cherry (Prunus avium) SWEETHEART

Discovered by chance in Summerland (B.C. - Canada). Belongs to the elite of the very new cherry varieties with an excellent taste. Space stability, fruit quality and shelf life offer this novelty a safe place in the future cherry range.

Crossing: random seedling, Dr. Karl Lapins
Vigour: moderate, compact, healthy, upright habit
Blossom: self-fertile
Fruit: the cherry is large around 9 - 10 g, round, bright red in color, shiny, resistant to rain-induced cracking
Pulp: fleshy, delicious, sweet, aromatic
Harvest season: late, early July
Yield: very high and regular