Cherry, Crimson Passion

CRIMSON PASSION CHERRY  Prunus × kerrasis ‘Crimson Passion’

• A dwarf sour cherry from the University of Saskatchewan breeding program, valued for its exceptionally large fruit, high sugar content, and strong cold hardiness.
• Forms a compact, upright shrub with dense branching and glossy green foliage that maintains a tidy, formal appearance through the growing season.
• Produces abundant white spring flowers, offering a bright early‑season display and providing excellent forage for bees and other pollinators.
• Bears some of the largest and sweetest fruits in the Romance Series—deep red cherries with firm texture and rich flavour, excellent for fresh eating, desserts, wine, and preserves.
• Fruit ripens mid‑ to late summer; crops can be heavy, though this cultivar may be slower to begin fruiting compared to others in the series.
• Prefers well‑drained soils and consistent moisture; tolerates short dry periods once established.
• Full Sun
• Zone 2, 2–2.5 m Height × 1.5–2 m Width