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Kristin Sweet Cherry Tree

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Description

A must-have for sweet cherry lovers in the North! Tested in Norway and across Montana, this tree still managed to reliably bear crops of large, glossy-skinned purplish-black cherries. Fruit is firm and meaty, marvelous for fresh-eating. Originates from Geneva, New York, developed in 1938, introduced in 1982. Cold hardy. Ripens in July. Pollinator required: Choose another sweet cherry variety. See Recommended Pollinators below.

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Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Bloom Time Early - Mid
Fruit Color Red
Fruit Size Large
Hardiness Zone Range 4 - 8
Pollination Pollinator Required
Ripens/Harvest July
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Taste Sweet
Texture Firm
Years to Bear 4 - 7

Size & Spacing

Mature Size

When your tree matures, it will be approximately 15 - 18' tall x 15 - 18' wide.

Recommended Spacing

We recommend spacing these trees 15 - 18' apart to ensure room for growth.

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 4 - 8
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow cherry trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

Read about how to grow cherry trees »

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15 Questions
Why did you choose this?
Stark Bro'sStore

Wanted to try

James N

I had one many yrs ago. thought I'd get a new one.

Robert D

pollinator needed for my Black Tartarian Sweet Cherry and free delivery.

FERNANDO G

replace a tree that died.

WAYNE M
I live in zone 4b what pollinator would I use for a Kristin cherry?
Jack S.

I live in Minnesota, Zone 4b, and had the same question. Stark Bros recommended in response to a similar question to contact your local extension service. Well I did that and just got their response. The U of MN Extension recommends WhitegoldT as a pollinator for Kristin in our zone. Here's the article they referred me to: https://www.canr.msu.edu/uploads/files/Research_Center/NW_Mich_Hort/Training_Pruning_Varities/SweetCherryVarietiesEasternUS_2004.pdf

Cass C
If you do not have a pollinator for this cherry that will grow in zone 4, what do you suggest?
BUILDING 5.

Because we do not currently carry a variety that will cross-pollinate the Kristin cherry in your zone, I would suggest contacting your local cooperative extension for advice on sweet cherry varieties recommended to grow and fruit there.

SARAH D
Is this on it's own root, not graphed?
Terrell J.

It is grafted. Grafted trees are usually more superior because the root stock is
More adaptable to different soil conditions. Almost any fruit tree you buy
Will be grafted. There are other advantages also to grafted trees.

Bobby T
will this tree help polinate another Kristin?
docBill

No as you can not use the same variety for pollination. You will need a different variety of sweet cherry for accurate pollination.

TiffanyF
Kristen Cherry in PA need pollinated cherry what type of cherry tree?
Kevin L

Thank you for your question. Common rule of cherry tree pollination is any sweet cherry will pollinate another sweet cherry. Except when it comes to the Bing, there are three varieties that will not cross-pollinate with it and it is the Emperor Francis, Lambert, or Napoleon/Royal Ann. Other than those you will be fine to choose nay other sweet variety for pollination. So any variety you would like based on your preference

TiffanyF
I live in north central Montana (4b) and would like to grow this tree. What varieties can pollinate this and survive in my zone?
Josh K

Hi Josh, We appreciate you reaching out us. Check out the varieties I have listed below. They are all early-mid season bloomers like the Kristen and cold hardy. Their min zone range is zone 5, however, your location being zone 4b puts you closer to 5 so in my opinion these should do OK for you.

Black Tartarian Sweet Cherry
Emperor Francis Sweet Cherry
EbonyPearl® Sweet Cherry

I hope this help!

Tabitha R.
how tall and wide is this tree?
JEWELL U

The standard size will mature to be 18 - 25' tall x 18 - 25' wide, while the Semi-dwarf matures to be 15 - 18' tall x 15 - 18' wide.

Titania N.
will kristen and rainier sweet cherry work together as pollinators? Im in 5b
JAKE W

We appreciate you reaching out to us. Ys they will as rule of thumb any sweet cherry variety will pollinate another sweet cherry variety.

If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!

TiffanyF
I have Starking and Emperor Francis sweet cherry trees. Will they cross-pollinate with Kristin Sweet Cherry?
DAVID S

Yes these varieties will pollinate as the rule of pollination on cherries is any sweet cherry will pollinate another variety of sweet cherry.

TiffanyF
I live in zone 4b SW Mn. Will Montmorency Pie Cherry pollinate Kristin Sweet Cherry ?
RALPH P

We appreciate you reaching out to us. A tart pie cherry tree will not cross pollinate a sweet cherry tree.

If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!

Tabitha R.
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1-10 of 20 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 6, 2024
Fast growth
I planted two trees last fall and they have each grown about a foot or more.
CRISTI K
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 17, 2022
Cherry tree
The trees are thriving.these we're very healthy on arrival
LISA W
Rated 5 out of 5
May 11, 2018
The tree is healthy and appears strong.
The tree is healthy and appears strong. I was concerned that it would not survive our hard winter after most of the leaves were eaten by some terrible critter, but the tree flowered and looks very good.
stephen n
Rated 5 out of 5
May 28, 2017
Still doing well
This Cherry is tough and resilient, it has been through a couple oif late freezes this year and still going.
DUANE O
Rated 5 out of 5
May 11, 2017
It's alive
I don't know why our climate on the Nebraska plains has suddenly become nearly tropical, but it messes with how things grow. This sweet cherry has not only survived, it's thriving. Proof positive that there is life after climate change (as a matter of fact in some ways our weather has gotten better.)
DAN S
Rated 5 out of 5
May 11, 2017
great kristin sweet cherry
The bare root trees were very good looking, with an impressive diamètre. Since planting them last year they have produced a lot of new frowth despite repeated japanese beetle attacks.
PIERRE B
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 3, 2016
Very satisfied
I received two Kristen this spring expertly packaged. I planted them within a couple days. They took right away. There were several healthy bud nodes on both. They were fine specimens. After 3 months, they've grown vigorously in my zone 4 backyard. I look forward to finding the appropriate pollinator. I counting on Stella to brave our MN winters. Cheers Kristen & Stella!
Ray N
Rated 5 out of 5
May 14, 2016
Blossomed after the first year!
I planted this in 2015, and it grew well. I was really surprised this spring when I saw blossoms on it, and they smelled like sweet cherries, yum!! It's too early to tell how the tree will do overall, but so far so good!
RENEE M
Rated 4 out of 5
Oct 21, 2022
Hoping for 2023 leaf growth
First Spring was attacked by Japanese beetles. Spring 2022 was also attacked by japanese beetles but I managed to control them. However the leaves dried out in summer but the tree has grown a foot so I am hoping for a good growth in Spring 2023. Any advice on protection will be appreciated.
GERARD F
Rated 4 out of 5
May 22, 2017
bloomed this year
I was so excited to see it bloom the 2nd year I had it!
Janet A

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