Cherry Lapins

• Cherry Lapins originated in Canada and is renowned as one of the finest late-season sweet cherry varieties available to home gardeners.
• This variety is self-fertile, meaning it doesn't require another cherry tree for pollination, making it perfect for smaller gardens and urban spaces.
• The tree produces large, heart-shaped cherries with excellent keeping quality that can be stored for weeks when properly handled.
• Cherry Lapins is particularly valued for its resistance to fruit cracking and its ability to produce consistent crops year after year.

• Water deeply once or twice weekly during growing season, reducing frequency in winter while ensuring soil never becomes waterlogged.
• Position in full sun location with at least 6 hours direct sunlight daily for optimal fruit production and tree health.
• Plant in well-draining, fertile soil with pH between 6.0-7.0, enriching with compost before planting.
• Feed with balanced fruit tree fertiliser in early spring and again after harvest, supplementing with potassium during fruit development.
• Prune annually during winter dormancy to maintain open vase shape and remove dead, diseased or crossing branches.
• Protect from strong winds and provide adequate spacing for air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

• Plant in full sun position with well-draining soil and protect from strong winds that can damage branches and reduce fruit set.
• Water deeply but infrequently during growing season, increasing frequency during fruit development while avoiding waterlogged conditions.
• Apply balanced fertiliser in early spring and again after harvest, supplementing with potassium during fruit development for better flavour.
• Prune during winter dormancy to maintain open centre for good light penetration and air circulation throughout the canopy.

• Cherry fruit fly can damage developing fruit - use exclusion netting during fruiting season and maintain good garden hygiene by removing fallen fruit promptly.
• Brown rot fungal disease affects blossoms and fruit during humid conditions - ensure good air circulation and apply copper-based fungicides as preventative treatment.
• Aphids may cluster on new growth and leaf undersides - spray with horticultural oil or encourage beneficial insects like ladybirds for natural control.
• Bird damage to ripening fruit is common - install bird netting before fruit begins to colour to protect your harvest.