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Prunus avium 'NAPOLEON' bigarreau cherry
size/type
medium-sized tree
usual height
3-6m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
April-May
location
full sun
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
mycorrhizal product
Symbivit Tric (arbuscular)
Symbivit (arbuscular)categorized
Description of the plant
Napoleon is a mid-season variety of sweet bigarreau cherry. Its fruit ripens in early July. Fruit is large, heart-shaped, yellow and red, getting deeper red as it matures on the tree. The flesh is aromatic, sweet, and has excellent taste. It needs protection from cherry-worms.
Last update 24-11-2008
Growing conditions and care
It belongs to the hardiest varieties. It is not self-fertile and if it is given a pollinator nearby it is a heavy and reliable. One of the best pollinators is Van. It likes slightly acidic, moist soil. Fully hardy.
