Duke Cherry (Prunus x gondouinii)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Prunus x gondouinii is a deciduous Tree growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet flavour, it is valued mainly for its cooking qualities. — Fruit - raw, cooked or dried for later use.; The fruit has a soft texture and semi-sweet flavour, it is valued mainly for its cooking qualities.; The fruit contains a single large seed.; Seed - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in the wild. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)