Cherry Tree: Prunus Avium: Stella

Stella Cherry Tree - Prunus Avium

Grow delicious sweet cherries with the reliable Stella variety. This vigorous, hardy cherry tree is one of the best choices for UK gardens, producing abundant crops of large, dark red-purple sweet cherries. As a self-fertile variety in pollinator group 4, Stella doesn't require another tree for pollination (though it works well with other cherries), making it an easy, low-maintenance choice for home fruit growing.

Key Features

• Self-Fertile: No pollinator required - one tree will produce fruit on its own
• Large Sweet Cherries: Big, dark red-purple fruits with excellent flavour
• Heavy Cropping: Produces regular, abundant crops in good seasons
• Juicy Flesh: Sweet, succulent fruit perfect for eating fresh
• Beautiful Blossom: Bright white flowers in spring create a stunning display
• Hardy: Vigorous and reliable in UK conditions
• Pollinator Group 4: Can pollinate other cherries in the same group

Growing Information

Ultimate Height: 2-4m (on dwarfing rootstock)
Ultimate Spread: 2-4m
Pollinator Group: Group 4, self-fertile
Harvest Time: Late July onwards
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Position: Full sun, sheltered from cold winds
Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil
Hardiness: Fully hardy (H5)

Planting & Care

Plant in autumn or early spring in moist, well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. Position in full sun in a sheltered spot protected from cold winds and late frosts. Water regularly during the first two growing seasons and during dry spells in summer. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in summer after fruiting to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged wood - never prune in winter as this can lead to disease. Net trees when fruit ripens to protect from birds.

Perfect For

• Home fruit growing and kitchen gardens
• Eating fresh as a dessert fruit
• Making preserves and cherry jam
• Baking and cooking
• Small to medium gardens
• Adding spring blossom to gardens
• Beginner fruit growers

Why Choose Stella Cherry?

Stella is one of the most popular and reliable sweet cherry varieties for UK gardens. It's self-fertile, heavy-cropping, and produces large, delicious cherries that are perfect for eating fresh. The vigorous growth and hardy nature make it easy to grow, while the beautiful spring blossom adds ornamental value. This is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting to grow their own sweet cherries without the complexity of cross-pollination.

Available at Stoneybrook Nursery, Lancashire - Quality fruit trees for UK gardens.