Lapin Sweet Cherry Tree

Lapin Sweet Cherry (Prunus avium 'Lapins') is a self‑fertile cultivar with large, dark‑red, crack‑resistant fruit noted for its showy white blossoms. It typically reaches 5–6 m (16–20 ft) on semi‑dwarf rootstock tall and 4–5 m (13–16 ft) wide, thriving in full sun and well‑drained loam; avoid waterlogged soils. Hardy in Canadian zones 5–8, it delivers seasonal interest and dependable performance.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Prunus avium 'Lapins'
• Common name: Lapin Sweet Cherry
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 5–8
• Exposure: Full sun
• Soil: Well‑drained loam; avoid waterlogged soils
• Height: 5–6 m (16–20 ft) on semi‑dwarf rootstock
• Width: 4–5 m (13–16 ft)
• Foliage: Glossy green deciduous leaves
• Flower colour: Showy white blossoms
• Bloom time: Mid‑spring; fruit ripens mid‑summer
• Maintenance: Moderate; prune in late winter; requires bird protection
• Advantages: Self‑fertile cultivar with large, dark‑red, crack‑resistant fruit