Prunus avium 'NAPOLEON' bigarreau cherry


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.
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.
Last update 24-11-2008