Large, yellow fruit with a half-red blush; birds are less attracted, due to the yellow half. Very firm, sweet flesh has a fine texture and distinct, outstanding flavor. Bud-hardy and crack-resistant, making it the cherry of choice for backyard gardeners. Cross of the Bing and Van varieties. Excellent for baking, canning, freezing and eating out of hand. Ripens end of May/early June. Stores well. Best pollinators: Black Tartarian, Sam, or Stella. Botanical Name- Prunus avium ‘Rainier’ Pronunciation- PROO-nus AY-vee-um Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 25 ft Mature Height- 25 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Loamy, well-drained soil Current Size- 7 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Trevi Fountain Pulmonaria – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune flowering varieties after bloom; water deeply in dry spells and watch for pests. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for fruiting types. Clay soil should be amended to prevent standing water. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Peach leaf curl, black knot, aphids
