English Morello Cherry Tree | Tangy Pie & Cooking Cherry

English Morello Sour Cherry

15 Gallon

$199.00

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English Morello Sour Cherry

Prunus cerasus 'English Morello'

Ultimate Pie & Jam Cherry • Intense Tartness for Cooking • Self-Fertile & Shade Tolerant

$199.00

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The English Morello is the quintessential sour cherry for cooking, prized for its intense, vibrant tartness and deep, complex flavor that transforms when heated. This self-fertile, hardy tree is a must-have for any baker or preserve maker.

Produces small, round, very dark red (almost black) cherries.
Flavor is powerfully tart and tangy when fresh, mellowing into a rich, full-bodied sweetness when cooked.
Self-pollinating and productive, often bearing fruit at a younger age than sweet cherries.
More shade-tolerant and adaptable than many sweet cherry varieties.
Deciduous tree with a graceful, weeping habit, easy to harvest, growing 15-24 ft. tall.

Culinary Profile:
Fresh Flavor: Very tart and brisk, primarily used for cooking.
Cooked Flavor: Develops a rich, deep, and balanced cherry flavor that is unsurpassed for pies and preserves.
Best Uses: The ultimate pie and jam cherry. Also excellent for juices, liqueurs, sauces, and drying.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Oval-shaped, green leaves with serrated edges.Flowers: Single-petaled, pink-white flowers in umbrella-like clusters, self-pollinating.Fruit: Small, round, deep red cherries with a strong tart flavor, very juicy; ideal for cooking, pies, preserves, cherry juice, and fresh consumption.Habit: Deciduous fruit tree with moderate growth rate, rounded canopy, and drooping branches, making it easy to harvest
Mature Height: 15-24 ft
Mature Width: Variable, depending on pruning
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Tart, juicy fruit perfect for culinary uses.Self-pollinating, no additional cherry trees needed for fruit set.Easy-to-harvest due to the drooping branches
Landscape Uses:Fruit tree for home orchards or small gardens.Ornamental tree with spring blossoms and edible fruit

Q: Can I eat English Morello cherries fresh off the tree?
A: You can, but be prepared for a puckeringly tart experience. They are primarily considered a cooking cherry, as heat and sugar unlock their legendary flavor.

Q: Is it true that sour cherries are easier to grow than sweet cherries?
A: Generally, yes. Sour cherries like Morello are more cold-hardy, more tolerant of heavy soil, and less prone to disease issues common in sweet cherries.