Agriculture Reference
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Notes:
The dark red fruits have dark red flesh and juice and are sweet
enough for fresh use. A new introduction from Hungary. Recommen-
ded by fruit specialists in Michigan and Pennsylvania.
Mesabi
Climate Zones:
Zones 4-8
Notes:
The fruits resemble 'Montmorency' (see below) but are sweeter
and have smaller pits. Sugar concentrations are intermediate between
typical sweet and tart cherries. Self-fruitful.
Meteor
Climate Zones:
Zones 4-8
Notes:
The medium-sized to large, dark fruits have yellowish flesh. The
trees are small and very cold-hardy. Widely popular for home and
market orchards and smaller U-pick operations. Self-fruitful.
Montmorency
Climate Zones:
Zones 4-7
Notes:
The dark fruits have yellow flesh and colorless juice. A very old
variety that remains the standard for tart cherries and is still widely
popular. Self-fruitful.
