Cherry Starkrimson Semidwarf

Starkrimson Semidwarf Cherry

Prunus avium ‘Starkrimson’ (Starkrimson® Sweet Cherry — Semidwarf Fruit Tree)
A classic sweet cherry cultivar known for its large, firm, bright red cherries with a sweet, rich flavor and excellent crack resistance, making it ideal for fresh eating, desserts, and preserving. It’s valued for being self-pollinating and, when grafted onto semidwarf/dwarfing rootstock, stays at a manageable size for home orchards and smaller gardens.

Size:



Width: ~10–14 ft (semidwarf mature spread)



Height: ~10–14 ft (semidwarf mature height)



Zones: 5–8
Light: Full sun (6+ hrs/day)
Soil: Moist, well-drained soils

Features:



Fruit: Large, bright red sweet cherries with firm, juicy flesh and rich flavor; excellent for fresh eating, baking, and preserving



Flowers: White spring blossoms that attract pollinators



Form: Upright, semidwarf fruit tree with a balanced canopy



Heavy crops on a manageable, compact tree make it ideal for smaller landscapes



Attracts:
Pollinators at bloom; birds to fruit (netting recommended)

Uses:
Home orchards, edible landscapes, fruit production near patios or small yards

Notes:
• ‘Starkrimson’ is self-pollinating, so another cherry isn’t strictly required for fruit set, though nearby cherries can still boost yields.
• Best performance with full sun and well-drained soil. Minimal pruning helps maintain structure and airflow.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

10-15'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Broad Upright

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No