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Early Rivers

A large early sweet cherry variety. Once widely grown in Kent.

Origin: Kent UK,

Pollination: Early Rivers is self-sterile and would require a pollinator to produce a crop.Find pollination partners >

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Early Rivers cherry trees for sale

1-year maiden trees

These are the most versatile choice for home orchards, community fruit tree projects, and for training on in any form you require.

FormRootstockPriceQuantity
MaidenGisela 5Semi-dwarfing £28.00
MaidenColtSemi-vigorous £28.00
< 5 in stock

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History and description of Early Rivers

A sweet cherry with a dry/meaty texture that turns buttery and juicy when fully ripe. Sweet with a great acidic kick. Well balanced.

Characteristics of Early Rivers cherry trees

UseDessert
ColourDark Red
FlavourSweet
Fruit size
Picking timeLate June
Season of useMid
Tree vigour
Tree habit
Fruit-bearing
Cropping
Disease resistanceBacterial Canker - Susceptible
Pollination date0
Pollination groupA
Self-fertilitySelf-sterile
Incompatibility group1
PollinatorsPollination partners
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