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Prunus avium 'Summer Sun'
The Prunus avium 'Summer Sun', known as the Summer Sun Cherry Tree, is a reliable sweet cherry bred specifically for the British climate. Compact, hardy, and late-flowering, it’s an excellent choice for gardens prone to late frosts. Summer Sun produces heavy crops of large, dark red cherries with a sweet, juicy flavour that rivals supermarket varieties. Perfect for fresh eating, desserts, or preserves, it’s a firm favourite among gardeners who want a trouble-free cherry tree with delicious results.
 
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Key Features
  • Sweet & Juicy – Large, dark red cherries with superb flavour.
  • Self-Fertile – Reliable harvests without a pollination partner.
  • Late-Flowering – Avoids frost damage, ensuring better crops.
  • Compact Growth – Perfect for smaller gardens and easy care.
  • Heavy Cropping – Consistent yields of cherries each summer.
  • Hardy Variety – Bred to thrive in the UK climate.
 
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Prunus avium 'Summer Sun' | Cherry Tree

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    Specification Details
    Botanical Name Prunus avium 'Summer Sun'
    Common Names Summer Sun Cherry, Sweet Cherry
    Family Rosaceae
    Origin United Kingdom breeding programme
    Fertility Self-fertile
    Pollination Group 3 (flowers mid-season, compatible with Groups 2–4 if cross-pollinated)
    Uses Eating fresh desserts, preserves
    Harvest Time July – August

     

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