Stark® Surecrop™ Sour Cherry Tree
Description
About the Stark® Surecrop™ Sour Cherry Tree
The Stark® Surecrop™ Sour Cherry is a time-tested American heirloom prized for its reliability, flavor, and ease of growing. Also known as Suda Hardy, this Morello-type sour cherry originated in the garden of Captain Suda in Missouri, around 1880, and has been a favorite ever since.
This compact, cold-hardy tree is an early and heavy bearer, often producing fruit one to two years sooner than many other sour cherry varieties, though timing can vary by location and spring frost conditions. It yields abundant crops of dark red cherries with richly colored, deeply flavorful juice—ideal for pies, baking, canning, freezing, and preserves.
Stark® Surecrop™ is self-pollinating, easy to grow, and well suited for smaller spaces, including patio planting. Ripening in late June, it delivers an early summer harvest (later than most other sour cherries) and dependable performance year after year.
A true Stark Exclusive, this cherry combines historic roots with modern garden appeal—perfect for home growers looking for a productive, low-fuss sour cherry with exceptional culinary quality.
Survival Guaranteed!
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Mid - Late |
| Chill Hours | 1000 |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 7 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late June |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Tart |
| Texture | Firm, Juicy |
| Years to Bear | 3 - 5 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
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.
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