Prunus avium 'Bigarreau Burlat' (CHERRY)

Description:Common name: Cherry 'Bigarreau Burlat'. An early ripening, dark red, sweet cherry

Uses: Eating and cooking

Climate/Position: Grow in full sun. Sheltered from late frosts that can damage the flower buds

Height/Spread: Up to 3 metres, spread 2.5 metres

Soil Requirements: Grow in fertile soil. Avoid wet soils

Pruning: Remove any branches growing out of shape, in summer

Special Requirements: Needs another Cherry to pollinate, group 2