Can You Grow Cherry in Utah?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a
Cherries grow well here with enough winter chill and full sun — tart varieties are hardier and easier.
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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 Utah
Utah has an arid continental climate. Salt Lake City is Zone 6b-7a; southern Utah is Zone 7-8; mountains are Zone 4-5. Low humidity and alkaline soils require irrigation and soil amendment.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cherry in Utah?
Cherries grow well here with enough winter chill and full sun — tart varieties are hardier and easier.
What zone is Utah?
Utah spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Cherries in Utah?
See the planting guide for Cherry — timing depends on your exact frost date.