Cherry Regina – 10 Litre Pot Half Standard Tree – Heavy Cropping & Late-Season Sweetness
Cherry ‘Regina’ is a reliable, late-season sweet cherry variety, celebrated for its large, dark red fruits with exceptional flavour and excellent resistance to splitting. Grown as a half-standard in a 10 litre pot, it’s ideal for smaller gardens, patios, or orchard-style plantings. With its elegant upright form, spring blossom display, and generous harvest, ‘Regina’ is a beautiful and productive addition to any garden.
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Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring – Abundant white cherry blossoms attract bees and pollinators, offering an early burst of seasonal charm.
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Summer – Glossy foliage creates a lush canopy while fruits ripen to a deep, rich red by mid to late summer.
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Autumn – Leaves take on golden-orange tones, adding to the tree’s ornamental value.
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Winter – Attractive structure remains visible, contributing shape and interest in dormant months.
Structure & Form
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Height & Spread: Grows to around 3–4m tall and 2.5m wide if unpruned; easily maintained with light trimming.
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Fruit: Large, dark red cherries with a firm texture and sweet, rich flavour. Excellent for fresh eating, baking, and preserving.
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Foliage: Deep green leaves with beautiful autumn colour.
Perfect for Various Garden Settings
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Half standard form is perfect for patios, small gardens, or as a feature tree.
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Makes an excellent addition to a home orchard or edible garden.
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Adds beauty and productivity to ornamental borders or larger containers.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Best in full sun for optimal flowering and fruiting.
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Soil: Prefers moist but well-drained soil; performs well in most fertile garden soils.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy and well-suited to the UK climate.
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Maintenance: Prune after fruiting to maintain shape; mulch in spring for moisture and nutrients.
Why Choose Cherry ‘Regina’?
- Late-ripening variety extends the cherry season.
- Produces high yields of sweet, dark cherries.
- Attractive spring blossom and structured form.
- Excellent disease resistance and low-maintenance care.
Cherry ‘Regina’ Half Standard in a 10 Litre Pot is a superb choice for gardeners who want beauty, structure, and a generous harvest from a compact, easy-to-grow tree. Its late harvest and delicious fruit make it a standout addition to any fruit garden.