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Cherries
Acerola
Acerola cherries (Malpighia emarginata) are small, bright red to orange fruits known for their exceptionally high vitamin C content, often surpassing that of oranges. They have a tart flavor with a slight sweetness and are typically eaten fresh, juiced, or used in preserves and smoothies. The trees are tropical to subtropical and can be grown in warm climates with well-drained soil and full sun. Acerola cherries are also valued for their antioxidant properties and are used in various health and wellness products.
Suriname
The Suriname cherry (Eugenia uniflora), also known as the pitanga or Brazilian cherry, is a tropical fruit tree native to South America, particularly Suriname. The fruit is small, round, and typically bright red or dark purple when ripe, with a flavor that ranges from sweet to tart. The tree produces fragrant white to pink flowers, followed by the edible cherries. Suriname cherry trees thrive in warm climates with full sun and well-drained soil. They are appreciated for their ornamental value, as well as their fruit, which can be eaten fresh, made into jams, or used in desserts.
Grumichama
Grumichama (Eugenia brasiliensis) is a tropical fruit tree native to Brazil, also known as Brazilian cherry. It produces small, round, dark purple to black fruit with a sweet and slightly tart flavor. The fruit is juicy and has a texture similar to that of a cherry. Grumichama trees are appreciated for their attractive, glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers, which precede the fruit. They thrive in warm climates with well-drained soil and full sun. The fruit is often eaten fresh, used in desserts, or made into jams and jellies.
Minnie Royal
Minnie Royal cherry trees (Prunus avium 'Minnie Royal') are a self-pollinating variety known for their high-quality, sweet, and juicy red cherries. The fruit typically ripens in early to mid-summer and is excellent for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves. Minnie Royal cherry trees are compact, making them suitable for smaller gardens or containers. They thrive in well-drained soil with full sun exposure and require a moderate climate to produce the best fruit. The tree's attractive blossoms also add ornamental value to the garden.
Royal Lee
Royal Lee cherry trees (Prunus avium 'Royal Lee') produce sweet, firm cherries with a vibrant red skin, known for their excellent flavor. These cherries ripen early in the season, typically around late spring to early summer. Royal Lee trees require a pollinator, such as the Minnie Royal variety, for optimal fruit production. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making them a good choice for home orchards. The trees are also valued for their beautiful spring blossoms, which add an ornamental touch to gardens.
Royal
Royal cherry trees (Prunus avium 'Royal') are renowned for their large, sweet, and juicy cherries with a deep red to dark purple skin. These cherries are excellent for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves. The trees are typically vigorous and produce high-quality fruit, ripening in mid to late summer. Royal cherry trees thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, and they generally require cross-pollination with another cherry variety to ensure a good fruit set. They also feature attractive blossoms in the spring, enhancing their ornamental appeal.
Stella
Stella cherry trees (Prunus avium 'Stella') are a popular self-pollinating variety known for their large, dark red to black cherries with a sweet, rich flavor. The fruit typically ripens in mid-summer and is excellent for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves. Stella cherry trees are compact and suitable for smaller gardens or containers, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. They are valued for their consistent fruit production and attractive spring blossoms, adding both beauty and productivity to the garden.
Lapins
Lapins cherry trees (Prunus avium 'Lapins') produce large, dark red to black cherries with a sweet, rich flavor. They are known for their excellent quality fruit and high productivity. Lapins cherries ripen in mid-summer and are ideal for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves. These trees are self-pollinating, which means they do not require another cherry variety for fruit production. Lapins cherry trees thrive in full sun and well-drained soil and are also appreciated for their attractive spring blossoms.
English Morello
English Morello cherry trees (Prunus cerasus 'English Morello') are valued for their tart, dark red to black cherries. The fruit is known for its rich, tangy flavor, making it excellent for cooking, baking, and making preserves or juices. English Morello cherries ripen in mid-summer and are typically used in pies, sauces, and jams. The trees are hardy and can tolerate cooler climates better than some other cherry varieties. They thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, and their attractive white blossoms add ornamental value to gardens.
Ground
Ground cherries, also known as husk cherries or Physalis, belong to the genus Physalis. The fruit is typically yellow or orange when ripe and has a sweet-tart flavor, often described as a cross between a cherry tomato and pineapple. Ground cherries are grown as annuals in most climates and thrive in full sun with well-drained soil. They are relatively easy to grow and can be used in a variety of culinary applications, including fresh eating, jams, sauces, and desserts.
Cherry of the rio Grande (Barbados)
Cherry of the Rio Grande (Eugenia aggregata) is a tropical fruit tree native to South America, also known as the pitanga or Surinam cherry. The fruit is small, round, and typically bright red to dark purple when ripe, with a flavor that ranges from sweet to slightly tart. The tree produces fragrant, white to pink flowers that precede the fruit. Cherry of the Rio Grande trees thrive in warm, tropical climates with well-drained soil and full sun. They are appreciated for their ornamental value as well as their edible fruit, which can be eaten fresh, used in jams, or incorporated into various recipes.