Fruits

Prunus cerasus 'Montmorency'

Montmorency tart cherry

Montmorency cherries on the tree. Cultivar-specific photograph.

A bright-red tart cherry prized for pies, preserves and juice. Its spring flowers are followed by a summer harvest of fruit best used soon after picking.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Water: Even moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8 (species reference; cultivar and rootstock may differ)

Sizes & prices

#2$42.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees

Fruit & harvest

Tri-state harvest: Typically June–July.
First bearing: About 3–5 years after planting; tree age and growing conditions affect timing.
Pollination: Self-fruitful; a second cherry is not normally required for fruit.

Growing & care

Care & pruning: Maintain an open canopy and remove damaged wood. Protect fruit from birds and pick promptly when fully colored.
Rootstock & size: For grafted fruit trees, mature size and time to fruit depend on the rootstock as well as pruning. Check the individual tree tag when selecting planting space.
Size & rootstock: Mature size and spacing depend on the cultivar and rootstock. Ask which rootstock is supplied before choosing a planting location.

Sources & photo credits

Penn State Extension

extension.purdue.edu

Oregon State University Extension

University of Missouri Extension

Penn State Extension

Oregon State University Extension

University of Maryland Extension

NC State Extension

Photo: Martha Dol. · CC BY 2.0

Reviewed October 1, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.