CHERRY BLACK GOLD / BLACK GOLD CHERRY

CHERRY ‘BLACK GOLD’ / BLACK GOLD CHERRY

Sweet, Dark Red Cherries with Exceptional Flavor
Cherry ‘Black Gold’ is a high-quality sweet cherry variety known for its dark red, nearly black fruit and rich, sweet flavor. These cherries are perfect for fresh eating, pies, and preserves. ‘Black Gold’ is prized for its reliability, high yield, and cold-hardiness, making it a great choice for home gardeners in cooler climates. With its sturdy growth and resistance to common cherry diseases, this tree provides both ornamental beauty and delicious fruit.

Why Choose Cherry ‘Black Gold’?

Comparison: ‘Black Gold’ produces large, dark red cherries with a deep, sweet flavor. It is one of the best sweet cherries for northern climates due to its cold-hardiness and consistent fruit production. Compared to other sweet cherry varieties, it has superior resistance to cracking and disease, making it easier to care for and more productive.

Companions: While ‘Black Gold’ is self-pollinating, planting it near another cherry variety, such as ‘Bing’ or ‘Van,’ can enhance pollination and increase fruit yield.

Key Features:

Large, Sweet Cherries: Produces large, dark red cherries with an exceptionally sweet and juicy flavor, ideal for fresh eating, baking, and preserving.

Cold-Hardy: ‘Black Gold’ is highly cold-hardy, thriving in USDA zones 4–8, and is an excellent option for northern gardeners.

High Yield: This variety is known for its consistent and high yield, producing an abundant crop of cherries every summer.

Disease Resistance: ‘Black Gold’ is resistant to common cherry diseases like bacterial canker and brown rot, making it easier to grow and maintain.

Attractive Tree: With beautiful white blossoms in the spring and deep green leaves, ‘Black Gold’ is a visually appealing addition to any garden.

Specifications:

Harvest Time: Late spring to early summer.
Plant Size: 3.5–4.5 m tall.
Hardiness: Zone 4–8.

Cherry ‘Black Gold’ is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a high-yielding, cold-hardy cherry tree that produces large, sweet, and flavorful fruit. Its disease resistance and adaptability make it a reliable and low-maintenance tree for both ornamental and culinary purposes.