Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ Varieties
Avoid spraying as much and grow more organically with these varieties.
Jubileum(TM) Tart Cherry

Jubileum® Tart Cherry

Prunus cerasus 'Jubileum®'

Jubileum® Tart Cherry is an very early maturing, dark purplish-red tart cherry variety, ripening ten days before Montmorency. It is dark fleshed and excellent to start the season. It hangs very well on the tree, just getting sweeter and sweeter. Great for fresh eating or any use.


Height

10-16 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Prunus cerasus 'Jubileum®'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Judileum® is a very healthy and productive tree similar to Montmorency.

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A Little History about Jubileum® Tart Cherry

Jubileum® is another introduction by Dr. Amy Iazonni of Michigan State University. It's quality is so much different and better than Montmorency, one would think it is almost a sweet cherry, with a little tart flavor.

Prunus cerasus 'Jubileum®' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Self-fertile
Disease Resistance
Bacterial spot tolerant
Crack resistance
Fruit Characteristics
Medium size fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Average vigor
Early to bear
Very productive
Spreading habit
Harvest Period
Late season
Other Attributes
Very juicy
Keeps well
Complex flavor
Somewhat tart
Very crisp
Site Requirements
Full Sun
Winter hardy
Skill Required
Easy to grow
Uses
Good for pies
Canning or freezing
Juice or Cider
High dessert quality
Cooking or baking
Good for drying