Cherry Bing Semidwarf

Bing Semidwarf Cherry

Prunus avium ‘Bing’ (Semidwarf) (Bing Cherry, Semidwarf Cherry Tree)
One of the most popular and widely grown sweet cherry cultivars, Bing is prized for its large, dark red, juicy fruit with classic sweet flavor—excellent for fresh eating, desserts, freezing, and canning. The semidwarf size makes it a great choice for backyard orchards and home gardens where a manageable tree size is desired.

Size:



Width: ~12–15 ft (semidwarf)



Height: ~12–15 ft (semidwarf)



Zones: 5–9

Light: Full sun (minimum 6–8 hours/day)

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils; avoids waterlogged or poorly drained conditions

Features:



Fruit: Large, heart-shaped, dark red sweet cherries; prolific producer



Flowers: White blossoms in spring that attract pollinators



Form: Upright, broadly spreading fruit tree with attractive crown



Attracts:
Pollinators during bloom; birds to fruit (may need protection)

Uses:
Home orchards, backyard fruit production, edible landscapes, small to medium gardens

Notes:



Pollination: Most Bing cherries require a compatible pollinizer (such as Rainier, Lapins, or Stella) to set a good crop—check specific nursery recommendations.



Care: Regular watering, especially during fruit-fill, plus annual pruning for structure and air flow, improves health and yield.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

12-15'

Width

12-15'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Moist well-drained, Normal, Sandy well-drained

Shape

Spreading

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No