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Napoleon Royal Ann Sweet Cherry Tree

$199.99
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$199.99
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Description

Also called Napoleon Royal Ann, Royal Anne, Queen Anne

A vigorous, well-shaped tree. Heavy bearer of gold cherries with a bright red cheek, firm flesh, and sweet flavor. Excellent for fresh eating and canning – even making your own Maraschino cherries! Originated as Napoleon Bigarreau from Iowa in 1847. Ripens in late June. Pollinator required: Choose another sweet cherry variety. See recommended pollinators below.

Note: Will not cross-pollinate with Bing, Lambert, or Emperor Francis.

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Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Bloom Time Mid
Fruit Color Red
Fruit Size Medium
Hardiness Zone Range 5 - 8
Pollination Pollinator Required
Ripens/Harvest Late June
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Taste Sweet
Texture Fine, Firm
Years to Bear 4 - 7

Size & Spacing

Mature Size

The mature size of this variety depends on the version you choose to plant:
Semi-Dwarf 15 - 18' tall x 15 - 18' wide
Dwarf 8 - 14' tall x 8 - 14' wide

Recommended Spacing

The space needed for this variety to grow depends on the size you plant:
Semi-Dwarf 15 - 18'
Dwarf 8 - 14'

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 5 - 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 »

Shipping Information

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

Good quality.

JOSEPH L

Need pollinator for my Rainier Cherry

Christdoss Y

Pollenator

Tom R

Because I have 3 large trees that are over 25 years old and they are dying. They look like the same cherry.

Patricia M
is this a bare root?
ann ball

Yes, it is.

LeAnn
Will this cross pollinate with the Ebony Pearl Sweet Cherry?
Amy B

I got an answer from another website: New sweet cherry from the Research and Extension Center in Prosser, WA. ... The tree is upright and vigorous. ... BlackPearl® is one of the best cherries in it's season, ripening 10 days before Bing. ... varieties in the U.S. Will not pollinate Ulster, Royal Ann, Emperor Francis, or Lambert. ... Your best bet for pollination of any sweet cherry is to use a sour pie cherry!

Victoria F
Will the Royal Ann cross pollinate with a Black Tartarian?  Will it  pollinate with a sour cherry?
Sheryl P

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 any other sweet variety for pollination. It is always best to use a Tart cherry to pollinate another tart cherry as we can not guarantee pollination between a sweet and tart.

TiffanyF
What are the recommened chill hours for the Napoleon Royal Ann Sweet Cherry?
PEGGY A

This variety Needs 700 chill hours

TiffanyF
What is the Mature height of tree?

I have the same question, and I don't understand the answer given. Are there options such as Dwarf/Semi-Dwarf/etc? Because I only see one option, which is "bare root." The question was: what is the height of a mature tree?

AnotherShopper
will this pollinate with the cherry shrub varieties?  (juliet and romeo)
ANDREA C

The romeo and juliet cherry shrubs are hybrids from the University of Saskatchewan. They are bred from sour cherries, not sweet cherries, though they are considered to taste sweet enough to be good eaten fresh, therefore they are not suitable pollinators for sweet cherries, as most sources suggest sweet cherries need to be pollinated by another genetic sweet cherry,

Fruit tree grower
When is the best time to plant the Royal ann?

We appreciate you reaching out to us. Because weather and soil conditions vary so much from year to year and even within your zone, it's best to think of your planting time as a range of favorable conditions instead of an exact time.

You can plant new plants and trees:
1) when the ground is not frozen.
2) when daytime temperatures are above freezing (32ºF) and below 90ºF.
3) when extreme weather (blizzard, hail, torrential rain, etc.) is not in the forecast. Be sure to keep plants watered if you're transplanting in warm and/or dry weather.

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

TiffanyF
Will a napoleon royal Anne sweet cherry tree (wich isn’t self pollinating) cross pollinate with a Lapin sweet cherry tree (wich is self poll)?
Brian A

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.

TiffanyF
How old are the fruit tree's you send as bare roots?
Liz G

Our fruit trees are 2 years of age at shipping.

TiffanyF
how tall will royal ann cherry tree get at maturity?

the tree that is available at this time will mature to be be approximately 8 - 14' tall x 8 - 14' wide.

TiffanyF
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I'm so happy I'm having much success with this tree. I know it takes at least four years for cherry trees to produce fruit; but I'll patiently await.
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MERIT B
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Arrived and is doing well
Arrived in great condition. We got it planted and even got a couple cherries. Very happy with this purchase!
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