Cherry Royal Ann

Royal Ann Cherry

Prunus avium ‘Royal Ann’ (Royal Ann Cherry / Napoleon Cherry)
A classic sweet cherry cultivar prized for its large, pale yellow-blush to golden fruit with a mild, sweet flavor and firm texture. This heirloom variety is often used for fresh eating, canning, and preserves, and its attractive spring blossoms add ornamental appeal to landscapes. It’s sometimes sold as Royal Anne or Napoleon cherry.

Size:



Width: ~15–20 ft (standard sweet cherry tree)



Height: ~15–20 ft (standard sweet cherry tree)



Zones: 5–8

Light: Full sun (minimum 6 hrs/day)

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils

Features:



Fruit: Large, pale yellow to golden cherries, often with a pink blush, sweet flavor, and firm flesh — great for fresh eating, canning, and preserves



Flowers: White spring blossoms that attract pollinators



Form: Upright, broadly spreading standard fruit tree with an open canopy



Attracts:
Pollinators during bloom; birds and wildlife to fruit (netting recommended)

Uses:
Home orchards, edible landscapes, backyard fruit production, preserves and culinary uses

Notes:
• Royal Ann typically requires cross-pollination with another sweet cherry that blooms at the same time (such as Bing or Rainier) for reliable fruit set.
• Regular pruning improves airflow and canopy structure to support fruiting.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

12-15'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Broad Upright

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No