Prunus avium - Cherry Lapins
DESCRIPTION: Large heart shaped fruit with dark red to black skin and firm sweet red flesh.
MATURITY: Late December (Late Season)
SUGGESTED POLLINATORS: Self Pollinating.
COMMENTS: This variety is very popular for home garden use. Used for fresh fruit, jams and preserves this variety has good cropping capabilities and is suitable to grow in cooler climates.
TREE CARE: Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilise when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth