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Bing Dark Sweet Cherry 'Bing'
Bing Dark Sweet Cherry 'Bing'
Botanical Name: Prunus avium
Bing is the "gold-standard" for sweet cherries!
Height: 12-16 Feet
Spread: 10-14 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-8

Ranier Blush Sweet Cherry 'Ranier'
Ranier Blush Sweet Cherry 'Ranier'
Botanical Name: Prunus avium
Ranier is the most popular light, blush sweet cherry--- often seen in the produce departments in the early summer!
Height: 12-18 Feet
Spread: 10-16 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-8

Stella Dark Sweet Cherry 'Stella'
Stella Dark Sweet Cherry 'Stella'
Botanical Name: Prunus avium
Stella is self-fertile, so pollinizer is needed!
Height: 12-18 Feet
Spread: 10-16 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-8

Duarte Japanese Plum 'Duarte'
Duarte Japanese Plum 'Duarte'
Botanical Name: Prunus salicina
Duarte Plum is one of the best red plums for western conditions.
Height: 10-15 Feet
Spread: 10-12 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-8