Lapins Sweet Cherry Tree | Large Self-Pollinating Dark Cherry

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Lapins Sweet Cherry

Cherry ‘Lapins’

Excellent Crack Resistance • Self-Fertile & Reliable Producer • Large, Firm & Sweet Fruit

$189.00

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Description

The Lapins Sweet Cherry is a robust, crowd-pleasing variety known for its outstanding crack resistance and reliable productivity. As a self-fertile tree that produces large, delicious fruit, it’s a top choice for home gardeners seeking a low-fuss, high-reward cherry.

Produces very large, round, dark red cherries with firm, sweet, and richly flavored purplish-red flesh.
Renowned for its excellent resistance to fruit cracking, a common problem in wet climates.
Self-pollinating and a reliable annual bearer, ensuring consistent harvests without needing a partner tree.
Deciduous tree with a vigorous, spreading growth habit, reaching 20-30 ft. in height and spread.

Flavor Profile:
Flavor: A well-balanced, classic sweet cherry taste—deeply sweet with just enough tangy brightness for complexity.
Texture: Firm and juicy, offering a satisfying crunch.
Best Uses: Outstanding for fresh eating right off the tree. Its size and firmness also make it excellent for baking, salads, and preserves.

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Light: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)

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Features:Foliage:Oval leaves with serrated margins.Glossy dark green.Deciduous.Flowers:Single, five-petaled pink blossoms.Clustered in umbels.Self-fertile.Fruit:Large, slightly flattened-round berries.Long stems for easy picking.Deep crimson to mahogany skin.Flavor: Rich, balanced sweet-tart profile.Texture: Firm, juicy purple-red flesh
Habit: Spreading deciduous tree
Mature Height: 20-30 ft (easily maintained at 12-15 ft)
Mature Spread: 15-20 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Key Advantages:Excellent crack resistance - even in rain.Heavy, reliable producer.No pollinator required.Superior shelf life
Special Attributes:Fruit size: 2.8-3.5 cm diameter.Brix: 17-19%.Cracking resistance: Exceptional
Landscape Uses:Commercial orchards.Home fruit gardens.Edible landscaping.Pollinator-free plantings

Faqs

Q: Is Lapins really better at resisting rain-induced cracking than other cherries?
A: Yes, among sweet cherries, Lapins is consistently noted for having superior crack resistance, making it an excellent choice for regions with late spring rains.

Q: Is it a good pollinator for other cherry trees?
A: Absolutely. As a universal donor, Lapins is an excellent pollinator for many other sweet cherry varieties, including Bing.

📍 Primary Delivery Area · San Francisco Bay Area

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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