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Can You Grow Cherry in New York?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Cherries grow well here with enough winter chill and full sun — tart varieties are hardier and easier.
Plant zones
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Days to harvest
About Cherry
Cherry trees — sweet or tart — are a classic home orchard choice, but they need cross-pollination and are magnets for birds, so be ready to net the crop.
Plant two compatible varieties for pollination (unless tart/self-fertile). Site in full sun with good air flow. Net ripening fruit against birds. Trees bear in 3-6 years.
Gardening in New York
New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cherry in New York?
Cherries grow well here with enough winter chill and full sun — tart varieties are hardier and easier.
What zone is New York?
New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Cherries in New York?
See the planting guide for Cherry — timing depends on your exact frost date.