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Rainier Sweet Cherry

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Description

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One of the most in-demand varieties, for both its taste and beauty. Large, yellow fruit with a half-red blush; birds are less attracted, due to the yellow half. Very firm, sweet flesh has a fine texture and distinct, outstanding flavor. Bud-hardy and crack-resistant, making it the cherry of choice for backyard gardeners. A cross of the Bing and Van varieties. Prefers well-drained soil. Excellent for baking, canning, freezing and eating out of hand. Ripens end of May/early June, depending upon growing zone. Stores well. Best pollinators: Black Tartarian, Sam, or Stella.

Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Fruit Color Yellow
Fruit Size Large
Pollination Pollinator Needed
Ripens/Harvest Late May/early June
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Taste Excellent, Sweet
Texture Firm
Years to Bear 4 - 7
Zone Range 5 - 8

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 compatability range of this variety before ordering.

Size & Spacing

Mature Size

The mature size of this variety depends on the version you choose to plant:
Standard 18 - 25' Tall X 18 - 25' 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:
Standard 18 - 25'
Dwarf 8 - 14'

Recommended Pollinators

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Our experts recommend planting one of the following within 50' for optimum 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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1 Year Warranty

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Stark Bro's Store
I've eaten these cherries before and I like the taste....
Chris B on Apr 21, 2019
excellent cherries
ROBERT P on Apr 7, 2019
I've eaten these cherries before and I like the taste....
Chris B on Apr 21, 2019
Another sweet Cherry to aid in pollination of the Bing and Windsor I ordered :)
BRADLEY S on Apr 14, 2019
excellent cherries
ROBERT P on Apr 7, 2019
I love Rainiers!
mary s on Mar 18, 2019
Chose to pollinate other cherry trees and like the cherries.
Renee R on Mar 12, 2019
Ate these as a child. Yum.
Bob S on Mar 7, 2019
Good cherry and a second one for pollination. Good tasting too.
RJ M on Mar 4, 2019
Favorite cherry, will be potting this Spring awaiting pollinator Sam to ship this fall. Fall plantings are most successful in my area for orchard.
Charla E on Feb 24, 2019
Just the most perfect eating cherries. Beautiful rich taste!
Travis L on Feb 8, 2019
From the information supplied by your web site.
Randy K on Jan 17, 2019
Rainier cherries are expensive to buy at the store and this will fit my backyard nicely.
William M on May 12, 2018
Sweet, good for eating canning or freezing.
Kelly E on May 10, 2018
Great tasting cherry when we can get them in the stores. I want to try and grow my own.
Harvey R on May 5, 2018
Love the fruit!!!
Tonya B on May 2, 2018
My favorite homegrown cherry to date. Had one for about 10 years along with several other varieties and it survived the bird invasions so our family could actually enjoy some.
David S on Feb 20, 2018
Another sweet Cherry to aid in pollination of the Bing and Windsor I ordered :)
BRADLEY S on Apr 14, 2019
I love Rainiers!
mary s on Mar 18, 2019
Will Bing and Rainier cross pollinate?
Woody on May 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, they will.
Will this be a good pollinator with a starkrimson cherry tree?
Eric S on Feb 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Starkrimson Cherry is self-pollinating, but performs better with another sweet cherry variety nearby. Rainier requires a pollinator, and Starkrimson's bloom time has enough overlap with Rainier to take care of pollinating it.
If I use Black Tartarian Cherry as a pollinator for this tree, what pollinates the Black Tartarian Cherry?
Gary W on Apr 12, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The Rainier will pollinate the Black Tartarian because they bloom at approximately the same time.
Should we expect to have insect problems if we planted a Rainier cherry in Western Washington?
Donna G on Oct 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Hi Donna, Thank you for your question. A cherry tree may experience issues caused by pests or diseases. Factors such as location, weather, and upkeep play a part in which issues your cherry tree encounters and how well it stands up against them. For local advice, please contact your local Extension Service Office or College of Agriculture at your state university. Your planting success is important to us!
How tall and wide is the rainier cherry tree?
Carol S on Jul 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: About 10-15' tal and wide, with proper care and feeding.
Will a Carmine Jewel pollinate this tree?
Teresa S on May 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No, it will not, as they are different species.
Could blackgold be used as a pollinator for rainier?
stephen a on May 12, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, they're in the same flowering group.
Where are you located? Could I pick up tree?
Tom S on Mar 4, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Sure, if you live anywhere near Louisiana, MO, the retail Garden Center is located at the intersection of Highway NN and West Georgia Street.

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I just purchased it this year and is doing fantastic. I am very satisfied with the process it is making.
July 13, 2018
Purchased
 11 months ago
The trees from Stark Bro's are doing well and I look forward to a bounded harvest in the future. TY Stark Bro's !
September 7, 2018
Purchased
 11 months ago
Vigorous but....
Excited to see Rainier Sweet cherry offered as we love them. It sprouted quickly here in SE Wisconsin, but we find the local Japanese Beetles love them too! Skeletonized much of the new leaves quickly; hoping it will survive a cold winter ahead. Stay tuned.
September 4, 2018
Purchased
 1 year ago
Preferred treat for Japanese Beetles
It took off right after planting and was super happy until the beetles came. I have 4 cherry trees in my front yard and the Japanese beetles skipped over the other 3 to devour this one. It didn't make it through its first spring. I will try a different variety next time.
December 19, 2018

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