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Merton Late

A very well flavoured cherry, much like 'Amber'

Origin: Cambridgeshire UK,

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

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Merton Late 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
< 5 in stock
MaidenColtSemi-vigorous £28.00 Sold-out

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History and description of Merton Late

Lovely smaller red/yellow cherry. Juicy and sweet and rich in flavour. Some similarities to 'Amber' which is broadly superior to it in my opinion.

Characteristics of Merton Late cherry trees

UseDessert
ColourRed on Yellow
FlavourSweet
Fruit size
Picking timeJuly
Season of useV Late
Tree vigourModerate
Tree habitUpright-spreading
Fruit-bearing
Cropping
Disease resistanceBacterial Canker - Susceptible
Pollination date0
Pollination groupE
Self-fertilitySelf-sterile
Incompatibility group9
PollinatorsPollination partners
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