Lambert cherry (Prunus avium 'Lambert') is a classic sweet cherry variety known for its large, heart-shaped, dark red to nearly black fruits. The white flowers bloom in spring followed by sweet, rich flavor with firm flesh. Its dark green foliage turns yellow in fall. Grows best in most, well-drained soils that are lightly acidic. Lambert is not self-fertile, so it requires a compatible pollinator variety like Bing, Black Tartarian, or Rainier. Requires approximately 700-800 chill hours.
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Type: |
Tree, Edible |
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Origins: |
Europe to Afghanistan, Northern Africa |
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Height: |
15’ - 25’ |
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Spread: |
15’ - 25’ |
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Spacing: |
22' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Summer |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: High Maintenance. Pests and diseases can be a problem. Potential disease problems include leaf spot, bacterial canker, brown rot, black knot, crown gall, leaf curl, leaf scorch, powdery mildew, root rot, scab and shot-hole fungus. Potential insect pests include aphids, fruit flies, saw flies and scale. Late frost can damage the buds.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Rosemary, Marigold, Persimmon
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
