Cherry Lapins - Bare-Rooted

Cherry Lapins is a highly regarded variety among cherry cultivars, valued for its large, sweet fruits which are deep red and almost black when fully ripe. The cherries are firm with a rich flavour, making them excellent for fresh eating, baking, and preserves. Notable for its self-fertility, this cherry tree does not require a pollinator to produce a bountiful crop, which makes it an ideal choice for smaller gardens or as a single tree in a larger landscape.

Cherry Lapins produces beautiful white flowers in spring, adding ornamental value to the garden before the fruit appears. The tree thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering during the growing season, especially when the fruits are developing, is crucial to achieving a healthy harvest.

It typically reaches a height and spread of about 2.5-4m, making it a manageable size for most garden settings.

What is a bare-rooted tree?

Bare-rooted trees are deciduous trees that have been grown in the ground and are dug up when they've become dormant in the winter. The soil is shaken from their roots and they are bundled up with their roots packed in moist material to prevent dehydration during transport. 

What are the benefits? 

• Less packaging and plastic waste involved in growing process and transportation. 
• Plant has more root mass as the roots have not been constricted and twisted by a pot.
• They are easier to carry and plant as they are extremely lightweight.
• Bare-rooted trees are cheaper as they do not come with soil and pots. 
• Planting bare-rooted trees in the winter follows the natural pattern of the seasons. 

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