CHERRY LAPINS / LAPINS CHERRY

CHERRY ‘LAPINS’ / LAPINS CHERRY

Sweet, Large Cherries with High Yields
Cherry ‘Lapins’ is a popular, sweet cherry variety that produces large, dark red to black fruit with a rich, sweet flavor. Known for its high yield and excellent fruit quality, this variety is perfect for fresh eating, baking, or preserving. ‘Lapins’ cherries are firm, juicy, and have a complex flavor that makes them a favorite among gardeners. It’s also self-pollinating, which makes it an easy choice for home gardeners who want a reliable fruit tree.

Why Choose Cherry ‘Lapins’?

Comparison: ‘Lapins’ cherries are known for their size, flavor, and consistent productivity. This variety is an excellent alternative to the popular ‘Bing’ cherry, offering similar fruit quality with the added benefit of being self-pollinating, making it easier to grow in a variety of settings.

Companions: While ‘Lapins’ is self-pollinating, planting it alongside another cherry variety like ‘Stella’ or ‘Van’ can improve pollination and increase fruit yield. It also pairs well with other fruit trees for a productive garden.

Key Features:

Large, Sweet Cherries: Produces large, firm cherries with a dark red to almost black color and a sweet, rich flavor, perfect for fresh eating or baking.

Self-Pollinating: ‘Lapins’ is self-pollinating, meaning it can produce fruit on its own without needing another tree for pollination.

High Yield: This variety is known for its high yields, providing a bountiful harvest of delicious cherries each season.

Disease-Resistant: ‘Lapins’ is relatively resistant to common cherry diseases, making it a low-maintenance and reliable variety.

Attractive Tree: In addition to producing delicious cherries, ‘Lapins’ has an ornamental value with its attractive blossoms in spring and glossy green leaves.

Specifications:

Harvest Time: Mid to late summer.
Tree Size: 4.5–5 m tall.
Hardiness: Zone 5–9.

Cherry ‘Lapins’ is a top choice for gardeners seeking a self-pollinating, high-yielding cherry tree that produces large, sweet cherries. Whether for fresh eating, baking, or preserving, ‘Lapins’ cherries offer excellent flavor and reliable performance.