Cherry Tree 'Van'

Code: CHR014

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Prunus avium 'Van'

An old variety from Canada, raised in 1944 and used in the breeding of most modern cultivars. It produces heavy crops of large, firm, true black fruits with an excellent sweet flavour. The eating quality is superb. Suitable for the north. Requires a pollinator.

Pollination: Requires a pollinator. (Pollinated by Cherokee, Colney, Kordia, Napoleon Bigarreau, Penny, Stella, Summer Sun or Sunburst).

Season: mid July.

Available for delivery: late November/December - early May.

Cherries are an expensive luxury in the shops so it makes perfect sense to grow your own. In the past cherries were renowned for their excessive vigour, making them inappropriate for small gardens but with the use of modern rootstocks that is no longer the case. Our UK grown cherry trees are grafted onto Colt semi-dwarfing rootstock, which will produce a tree of medium vigour that is easy to grow, easy to control and easy to pick. Bush cherry trees will grow 3.6-4.6m (12-15ft) in height and spread.

We offer a range of cherries that are suitable for smaller gardens throughout the UK. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot. Unless otherwise stated, cherries are supplied as two year old bare root trees and will be 1.2-1.5m (4-5ft) high on despatch (including the roots). If you require one year old maiden trees for training as a pyramid or fan, please advise us when ordering. Trees are available from late November to late April.

Are you dreaming of cherry trees laden with succulent fruits, their branches swaying gently in the breeze? Look no further, for Pomona Fruits have a fantastic range of cherry trees for sale, grown in the UK and perfectly suited for cultivation in our British climate.

Why choose cherry trees for your garden?

Cherry trees are a brilliant addition to any garden. Growing your own cherries makes perfect sense, as shop-bought cherries are often an expensive luxury. Moreover, homegrown cherries taste far superior to their supermarket counterparts.

The perfect variety for every garden

We understand that selecting the right cherry tree for your garden can be daunting. Fear not! Our range includes:

Dessert cherries: Varieties like ‘Stella’ and ‘Summer Sun’ offer sweet, juicy fruits perfect for eating fresh.
Acid (Cooking) cherries: The ‘Morello’ cherry is ideal for pies and preserves and the tree thrives even in shaded areas.
Compact varieties: For those with limited space, Sibley’s Patio ‘Stella’ and Sibley’s Patio ‘Kordia’ are both excellent choices.
Early, mid or late summer varieties: Maximise the cropping season by choosing more than one tree with different ripening periods.

Our cherry trees have been grown in the UK and are specifically chosen to thrive in the British climate. Choose from varieties that:

Are resistant to Bacterial Canker, a common concern in the UK
Can withstand poor summers, ensuring reliable crops even in challenging years
Are suitable for northern regions and exposed areas

Cultivating success: tips for growing cherry trees in the UK

To ensure your cherry trees flourish:

Plant a self-fertile variety if you only have room for one tree.
Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
Consider growing a tree as a fan against a south-facing wall.
Prune trees during the summer months to avoid infection from Bacterial Canker.

Beyond the harvest: the joy of cherry trees

Cherry trees offer more than just fruit. They provide:

Beautiful white blossom, transforming your garden into a picturesque haven in the spring.
A habitat for local wildlife, supporting biodiversity.
A focal point for garden design, adding structure and character.

Your journey with growing fruit starts here

At Pomona Fruits, we're passionate about helping you find the perfect cherry tree for your garden. Our expert team is always ready to offer advice, ensuring you make an informed choice that brings years of joy and bountiful harvests.

Don’t let another growing season pass you by. Browse our cherry tree collection and embark on your cherry-growing adventure with confidence.

Don’t forget to include tree stakes and ties on your order. All young fruit trees require staking and for better establishment we strongly advise using Rootgrow when planting (as recommended in RHS planting guidelines).

Carriage & packing charges

Our standard delivery charge to mainland UK is £9.95. Some items (where stated) are p&p inclusive. If you are only ordering items that are p&p inclusive, the standard delivery charge does not apply.

Some deliveries to the Scottish Islands, parts of Scotland, the Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Scily Isles may incur surcharges. If a surcharge is applicable, you may not be able to complete your order online. Please telephone us on 01255 440410 for a delivery quotation.

We regret that due to Brexit we are no longer able to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and the rest of Europe.

Despatch Dates

We regret we are unable to give precise delivery dates as weather conditions can affect the despatch schedule. The following information (which applies to orders placed online and over the phone) should only be used as a guide and on the understanding that we may not be able to keep to these dates precisely. Please note, delivery usually takes longer when payment is made by cheque.

If you have any specific requests concerning the timing of your delivery (e.g. if you are likely to be going away on holiday) please let us know. It is not usually possible for us to bring forward delivery dates but we can delay the despatch of your order from the normal run.

Fruit trees, soft fruit bushes, ornamental trees & hedging (bare root)

Bare root fruit trees, soft fruit bushes, ornamental trees and hedging are available from late November/December until late April.

Orders placed before the 30th November will usually be despatched by mid/late December.

Orders placed between 1st December and 31st December will usually be despatched late December/January.

Orders placed after the 1st January will usually be delivered within 28 days of the order being placed.

Fruit trees & soft fruit bushes (pot grown)

Pot grown fruit trees, gooseberries and currants are available April to late August and will usually be despatched within 14 days.

Blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, elderberries, honeyberries, lingonberries, figs, goji berries and grapes are normally available throughout the year. If ordered April to late September they will normally be despatched within 14 days unless ordered with plants that are due to be despatched at a later date. Under these circumstances, to avoid additional carriage charges, the entire order will be sent together when everything is available. Outside this period, delivery may take up to 28 days or longer if ordered with plants that are due to be despatched at a later date.

Cell Grown Raspberries

Cell grown raspberries are available from mid/late May to late July and will usually be despatched within 14 days.

Strawberry plants (Runners)

Unless otherwise stated in the product description, fresh dug strawberry plants will be despatched from mid October to late November. Coldstored strawberry plants will be despatched from March to late June (closing date for orders is the 26th June). Orders placed during these periods will usually be delivered within 28 days. Some varieties are only available as coldstored plants (see product description for availability).

Vegetable Plants

Vegetable plants are available from mid May to late July. As a very rough guide, plants ordered before the end of April will usually be despatched by late May. Plants ordered after May will usually be despatched by early June.

Asparagus crowns

Asparagus crowns will be despatched from April to late May. Orders placed during this period will be despatched within 28 days.

Hardware

Hardware is usually despatched within 14 days unless ordered with plants that are due to be despatched at a later date.

Biological Controls (Natural Predators) & Bumblebee Hives

Natural Predators and Bumble Bee hives are only despatched at the appropriate time of year (see product description for detailed information). When “in season” they are despatched direct from our supplier in batches on a weekly basis - we send orders to our supplier 12pm Tuesday and they despatch these orders Wednesday the following week. Natural Predators are sent by first class post, bumblebee hives are sent by carrier.

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