VAN CHERRY

Plant Name: Van Cherry
Scientific Name: Prunus avium ‘Van’ — Van Sweet Cherry, Van Cherry
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: Medium to large, dark red to nearly black when fully ripe; firm, juicy, sweet, and richly flavored
Harvest Time: June–July
Hardiness Zones: 5–8 (−20°F to 20°F)
Features: Heavy producer; excellent flavor; firm fruit; good fresh-eating cherry; attractive dark-red fruit; reliable pollinizer for many sweet cherry varieties
Additional Facts: Not self-fruitful and requires a compatible sweet cherry pollinator such as Bing, Stella, Rainier, Lambert, or Royal Ann. Van is an older, dependable sweet cherry variety known for its dark fruit and productive crops.