Plant profile
Nanking Cherry
Nanking Cherry
Prunus tomentosa
Expected availability · 2030
Fruit shrub OrchardPlannedManaged Orchard
At a Glance
TartSweetTart to Sweet: position 1 of 5
SoftFirmSoft to Firm: position 1 of 5
DryJuicyDry to Juicy: position 1 of 5
MildBoldMild to Bold: position 1 of 5
KitchenFresh EatingKitchen to Fresh Eating: position 1 of 5
About
A compact shrub producing bright red, cherry-like fruit with a lively sweet-tart flavor.
Harvest & Use
Enjoy fully ripe fruit fresh or use it for preserves, sauces, syrups, and baking.
Choose This If…
You want a compact fruiting shrub with an early harvest and a bright cherry-like flavor that works both fresh and in the kitchen.
Growing requirements
- Water
- Consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development
- Soil
- Fertile soil with organic matter; acidity and fertility needs vary by crop
- Drainage
- Well-drained unless the crop is adapted to wetter conditions
- Growth rate
- Varies by crop and cultivar
Fruit, flower, or harvest traits
See the customer profile above for flavor, texture, harvest use, and distinguishing traits.
Pollination and compatibility
Pollination requirements vary by crop and cultivar.