Stella Cherry Tree
Price range: ₨1,000 through ₨2,000
The Stella cherry tree is a popular self-fertile sweet cherry variety known for its dark red, heart-shaped fruits and reliable harvests.
Tree Information
- Origin: Developed in British Columbia, Canada, in 1968 by the Summerland Research Station.
- Chill Hours: Requires approximately 400–600 chill hours (hours below 7°C or 45°F).
- Altitude: Grows well up to about 2,000 meters (6,500 feet); thrives in temperate climates with well-drained soil.
- Pollination: Self-pollinating, but yields can improve with other sweet cherry trees nearby.
- Tree Size: A medium to large tree, reaching 12–18 feet (3.5–5.5 meters) tall and wide, depending on rootstock and pruning.
- Harvest Time: Typically ripens in mid to late June (Northern Hemisphere).
- Usage of Fruits: Ideal for fresh eating, baking, preserves, and freezing.
- Fruits and Flavor: Produces large, dark red to nearly black cherries with a firm texture and rich, sweet flavor; resistant to cracking in rain.