Lapins Cherry Tree

4-5 ft. / Single

$129

Lapins Cherry Tree

Name: Lapins Cherry Tree
Brand: The Sill
SKU: EDI-CHE-LAP-45-5G
Price: 119.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Grow your own cherries! Lapins Cherry is self-pollinating, sun-loving, and loaded with sweet summer fruit.

$129

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Lapins Cherry Tree Information

About & Sizing

About The Lapins Cherry Tree

Meet the Luscious Lapins Cherry Tree!

Imagine stepping into your garden and plucking a sun-warmed, sweet cherry straight from the branch. With the Lapins Cherry Tree, that dream becomes your backyard reality! This self-pollinating superstar is a must-have for any fruit lover looking for a hassle-free harvest.

Easy Peasy Cherry Squeezy

No need for a partner plant here! The Lapins Cherry Tree stands tall and proud on its own, producing an abundance of deep, burgundy cherries every year. It's like having a personal cherry festival right in your own garden!

Beauty Beyond the Fruit

But it's not just about the cherries. This tree is a stunner throughout the seasons. In spring, it's a cloud of delicate white blossoms, and in fall, it puts on a fiery show of autumn colors. It's a year-round charmer!

Perfect for Patios and Small Spaces

Worried about space? Don't be! The Lapins Cherry Tree is compact enough for small gardens and can even thrive in a container on your patio. It's the tree that fits your life, no matter the size of your green space.

Plant Details

Lapins Cherry Tree Details

Mature Height:

15-20 ft.

Mature Width:

10-15 ft.

Sunlight:

Full Sun

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Harvest Time:

May-June

Botanical Name:

Prunus avium 'Lapins'

Grows Well In Zones:

5-9 outdoors

Does Not Ship To:

AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, OR, WA

Growing Zones 5-9 Outdoors

(Hardy down to 10° F)

Care Guide

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, this plant is not recommended in homes with pets.

Read our full care guide

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

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.

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?

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