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Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree

Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree

Full Sun 2-3 ft./yr Growth

Grow your own nutrient-rich cherries with the Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree! Enjoy fresh, delicious fruit packed with Vitamin C, perfect for a healthy and vibrant lifestyle right from your garden.

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Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree Information

bundle | 3 Gallon | Agnes | Cement Grey
About The Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree

Barbados Cherry: Fast-Growing with a Touch of Sweetness

The Barbados Cherry is your ticket to a juicy, sweet supply in your own backyard! This charming cherry tree delivers bright red fruits bursting with tart-sweet flavor, perfect for fresh snacking, jams, or even homemade juices. Not only does it produce delicious cherries, but its glossy green foliage and small purple, pink flowers make it a stunner in any landscape.

Why You’ll Love It:

  • Heavy Fruit Producer: Yields abundant cherries in spring and summer.
  • Compact & Versatile: Perfect for containers, small gardens, or as an ornamental shrub.
  • Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant once established and easy to grow.

Quick Care Tips:

  • Light: Full sun to part shade.
  • Water: Moderate water needs, but avoid soggy soil.
  • Pruning: Light pruning keeps it shapely and encourages new growth.

Add the Barbados Cherry to your garden, and you’re not just growing a plant—you’re cultivating a little piece of paradise.

Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree Details
Mature Height:
10-12 ft.
Mature Width:
10-15 ft.
Sunlight:
Full Sun
Growth Rate:
Fast
Harvest Time:
Spring
Botanical Name:
Malpighia glabra
Grows Well In Zones:
9-11 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, OR, WA
Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree
Watering Requirements
Water newly planted trees 2-3 times a week during the first few months to establish a deep root system. Once established, trees need less frequent watering but may require extra during prolonged dry periods.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce abundant fruit. While they can tolerate some light shade, too much shade can lead to reduced flowering and fruiting.
Humidity Requirements
Cherry trees prefer environments with low to moderate humidity during the growing season, as high humidity can trigger fungal diseases like cherry leaf spot and brown rot.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
No, use caution when placing this plant in homes with pets.
Read our full care guide
bundle | 3 Gallon | Grow Pot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between sweet cherry trees and sour cherry trees?
Sweet cherries (Prunus avium) are grown primarily for fresh eating, requiring specific pollinators and more time to yield fruit. In contrast, sour cherries (Prunus cerasus) are smaller, hardier, and self-fertile, making them ideal for baking and preserves. Both types offer distinct flavors and growing advantages depending on your space and culinary goals.
Fruiting cherry trees are grown specifically for harvest yield, while ornamental cherry trees are cultivated for dramatic spring blossom displays. Ornamental varieties produce non-edible or negligible fruit.
What is the difference between sweet cherry trees and sour cherry trees?
Sweet cherries (Prunus avium) are grown primarily for fresh eating, requiring specific pollinators and more time to yield fruit. In contrast, sour cherries (Prunus cerasus) are smaller, hardier, and self-fertile, making them ideal for baking and preserves. Both types offer distinct flavors and growing advantages depending on your space and culinary goals.
Fruiting cherry trees are grown specifically for harvest yield, while ornamental cherry trees are cultivated for dramatic spring blossom displays. Ornamental varieties produce non-edible or negligible fruit.
What is the difference between fruiting cherry trees and ornamental cherry trees?
Chill hours are the cumulative hours of winter temperatures between 32°F and 45°F (0°C–7°C) required for the tree to break dormancy and set fruit in spring. Sweet cherries typically require 700 to 1,000+ chill hours, while sour cherries require 600 to 1,000 hours.
What is the difference between fruiting cherry trees and ornamental cherry trees?
Chill hours are the cumulative hours of winter temperatures between 32°F and 45°F (0°C–7°C) required for the tree to break dormancy and set fruit in spring. Sweet cherries typically require 700 to 1,000+ chill hours, while sour cherries require 600 to 1,000 hours.
What are "chill hours" and why do cherry trees need them?
Most sweet cherry varieties are self-incompatible and require a compatible partner tree planted within 50 feet for cross-pollination, though exceptions like 'Lapins' and 'Stella' can self-pollinate. In contrast, almost all sour cherries are naturally self-fertile and will reliably produce fruit on their own.
What are "chill hours" and why do cherry trees need them?
Most sweet cherry varieties are self-incompatible and require a compatible partner tree planted within 50 feet for cross-pollination, though exceptions like 'Lapins' and 'Stella' can self-pollinate. In contrast, almost all sour cherries are naturally self-fertile and will reliably produce fruit on their own.
Do I need to plant more than one cherry tree for cross-pollination?
Prune cherry trees during late winter dormancy or mid-summer to maintain tree health and prevent disease. Sweet cherries benefit from an open-center vase shape to maximize sunlight penetration and air circulation. Regular maintenance involves removing dead, diseased, or crossing branches to promote strong, productive fruiting wood.
Do I need to plant more than one cherry tree for cross-pollination?
Prune cherry trees during late winter dormancy or mid-summer to maintain tree health and prevent disease. Sweet cherries benefit from an open-center vase shape to maximize sunlight penetration and air circulation. Regular maintenance involves removing dead, diseased, or crossing branches to promote strong, productive fruiting wood.
How and when should I prune cherry trees?
How and when should I prune cherry trees?
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Our planters are made from the highest quality materials, and designed to complement a range of styles.
Fiberglass Planters
Agnes

Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper

No Exterior Planter
Grow Pot

Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse

Mexia

Lightweight fiberglass with a drainage hole and removable stopper

All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Barbados ‘Acerola’ Cherry Tree
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Includes expert-curated care tips to help your plant thrive far beyond the first 30 days.
Perfect For Gifting
No pricing or packing slips included with gifts! Just the plant and a note.

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