Ulster Dark Sweet Cherry

Prunus avium 'Ulster'

Ulster is an excellent dark sweet cherry for the east and midwest. It is more crack tolerant than most varieties and the tree is quite hardy. It ripens in early mid-season and is large, crisp, sweet and tasty.

Height 10-16 Feet

Spread 10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Prunus avium 'Ulster' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Ulster is a hardy and productive tree and requires a pollinator other than Bing, Kristin, Emperor Francis or Royal Anne.

A Little History about Ulster Dark Sweet Cherry Ulster was developed in Geneva, NY where many of the most popular dark sweet cherries for the eastern and mid-western US were developed. It was introduced in 1964.

Prunus avium 'Ulster' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Pollinizer needed • Excellent pollinizer	Disease Resistance • Crack resistance	Fruit Characteristics • Large fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Very productive • Spreading habit
Harvest Period • Mid-season	Other Attributes • Sweet • Very juicy	Site Requirements • Winter hardy • Full Sun	Skill Required • Easy to grow
Uses • Canning or freezing • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking • Good for pies • Juice or Cider