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Sweet Cherry 'Rainier'

Prunusavium

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Family

Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Prunus (PROO-nus)

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Species

avium (AY-vee-um)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

20-30 ft. (6-9 m)

Spacing

20-30 ft. (6-9 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Danger

Seed is poisonous if ingested

Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Late Winter/Early Spring

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berrygirl

Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2007 | neutral

Produces Bing-shaped cherries. Can pollinate with Stella, Sam or Van.

Terry

Murfreesboro, TN (Zone 7a) | May 2004 | positive

Golden fruit with red blush, resists cracking and is a prolific producer. Excellent, distinctive sweet cherry; plant another variety for...Read More pollination.

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