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he Black Eagle is an exciting heirloom selection, thought to be a cross of the variety Eagle, grown in England in the early 1800's coming to Massachusetts in the 1820's. This is one of the most intense flavored cherries known. A rich almost cherry syrup like sweetness, with just enough of a lingering back pallet to remined one of a fine Port Wine.
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USDA ZONES: 6-9 Outdoors
 
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Black Eagle Cherry requires a pollenizer. You must plant one of these trees nearby (within about 50') for the tree to produce a crop of fruit.

Description

Prunus avium 'Black Eagle'

The Black Eagle is an exciting heirloom selection, thought to be a cross of the variety Eagle, grown in England in the early 1800's coming to Massachusetts in the 1820's. This is one of the most intense flavored cherries known. A rich almost cherry syrup like sweetness, with just enough of a lingering back pallet to remined one of a fine Port Wine. Ripening just after the Back Tartarian Cherry this sweet cherry is large and resists cracking unlike many other sweet cherry varieties. A good pollinator for other sweet cherries, Black Eagle is a bit hardier than most, so is a good choice for a zone 6 planting. A vigorous spreading canopy that can be kept to any size below 10 feet with pruning. The Black Eagle may be one of the finest cherries ever offered, a must for anyone who loves sweet cherries and special flavored fruit.
Characteristics
Fruit Color:
Dark Red / Black
Ripens:
June -
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Water Needs:
regular water
Soil Type:
well-draining
Soil pH Level:
pH of 6.5
Tree Size:
8 to 10 Feet on Center, Trees can be kept under 10 feet with pruning
Years to Bear:
3
Pollination:
Requires Pollenizer
Bloom Color:
Cold Hardy:
to 26° F
Primary USDA Zone Range:
6 - 9
Secondary USDA Zone Range:
N/A
Chill Hours:
500 - 800
Size & Spacing

8 to 10 Feet on Center, Trees can be kept under 10 feet with pruning

Planting & Care
Cherries grow best in full sun in a location that gets at least 8 hours of direct sunlight. Try to select a location that has good air drainage, where cold air or frost will not settle. Choose a protected location that is sheltered from wind. Water regularly, at least weekly, during the first year. Keep the soil evenly moist but not wet. Cherries prefer well-drained soil. If poor drainage is suspected build a mound or a raised bed 12 to 18 inches high. Mulching helps retain moisture and stabilizes the soil temperature. When harvesting cherries, pick them with the stems attached, and avoid tearing off the fruit spur that will produce fruit year after year.
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