the size of a fruit tree depends on the substrate on which the cherry is placed refined became. There is
- vigorous,
- medium-sized and
- weak roots.
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The high and Half-trunks have strong to medium-sized rootstocks and can vary depending on the variety and pruning care in a fully grown state require up to 50 m² of floor space. The bush and column trees are grown on poorly growing bases, such as. B. 'GiSelA' refined, remain with their final height of approx. 3-4 m compact and often carry in the 2nd Year after planting flowers and fruits.
The varietal characteristics of the small trees are the same as those of the large cherries. The taste, the color, the ripening time, the productivity, the Fungus resistance and the frost resistance are determined by the noble variety that is on the base grafted on is. In order to keep small trees small and their crown in shape, the annual pruning is important.
What to look for when buying
The space requirement of a full-grown bush or column cherry tree with a crown diameter of about 3 m is approx. 10 m². A sunny, airy garden or Terrace space should be available to the tree. Choose a healthy 2-year-old tree approx. 80 cm, a pronounced central axis and 3-4 well-distributed side branches that grow as flat as possible.
Small cherry tree varieties
When choosing the right sweet cherry variety, make sure that it is self-fertile is. Otherwise you need another pollinator nearby that will bloom at the same time. Most types of sour cherries are self-fertile. It also makes sense to plant an early sweet cherry variety to naturally prevent infestation from Cherry fruit fly to prevent. The sweet cherry varieties Sunburst, Sylvia or Erika and the sour cherry variety Carnelian are good choices.
Tips & Tricks
The so-called topiary trees are very practical for small gardens or terraces, which are raised on a sunny south wall with the help of a frame made of wood or wire.
