RAINIER CHERRY

Plant Name: Rainier Cherry
Scientific Name: Prunus avium ‘Rainier’ — Rainier Sweet Cherry, Rainier Cherry, Rainier
Mature Height: 20–30 ft
Mature Spread: 15–25 ft
Growth Rate: Fast (2–3 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Moderate; ~10–15 gal/week while establishing, then ~15–20 gal every 10–14 days once established; increase during fruit development and extreme heat
Foliage: Medium to dark green, deciduous
Fall Color: Yellow to orange
Flower Color: White
Bloom Time: Mid-spring
Fruit: Large, yellow to golden-yellow with a red blush; exceptionally sweet, firm, and juicy
Harvest Time: June–July
Hardiness Zones: 5–8 (−20°F to 20°F)
Features: Premium dessert cherry; exceptionally sweet flavor; attractive golden-red fruit; heavy producer; excellent fresh eating
Additional Facts: Not self-fruitful and requires a compatible sweet cherry pollinator such as Bing, Van, Stella, or Lambert. Rainier cherries are prone to cracking in wet weather as they approach maturity.