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DWARF CHERRY Griotella™

Stunning white spring blossoms produce bright red fruit in summer. A Morello tart type used for Kirsch, tarts and preserves. A smaller stature tree growing to about 2m tall.

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(Cultivar: Frumi)

 

 

Dwarf Self Fertile Tart

Pollination

Cherry Griotella is a self fertile variety. 

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Rootstock

Griotella is grown on the Colt rootstock but grows to only 2m tall. Good for difficult soil and for growing in containers.

 

Planting & Tree Care

DWARF FRUIT TREES

SOIL

Prefers well drained fertile soil.

PLANTING SITE 

Sunny, sheltered and frost free position is best. Plant 2m apart from other dwarf stonefruit trees.

WATERING

Water well during the early stages, during long dry periods and when the fruit is developing.

CLIMATE

Best in areas with some Winter chill and protected from hard Spring frosts.

GENERAL CARE 

Thin out leaves and fruit to allow good air movement and light penetration.

PESTS & DISEASES

In areas with wet Springs and hot humid weather a preventative spray program is recommended. Copper sprays at leaf drop and again twice in early Spring as buds swell will help prevent Leaf Curl.

PLANTING IDEAS

Great in containers and as focal points in gardens and entrys.

FRUIT

Varieties range in ripening time from early to late Summer. Some leaves around the fruit may need to be removed to allow the fruit to ripen.

POLLINATION

All varieties are self fertile.

TREE SIZE

Maximum 2m tall.

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