MING CHERRY  Prunus fruticosa × Prunus cerasus
• A compact, extremely hardy hybrid cherry valued for its tidy, rounded form and reliable performance in cold prairie climates.
• Dense branching and fine‑textured foliage create a neat, uniform shrub or small multi‑stem tree ideal for foundation plantings, small yards, and low‑maintenance landscapes.
• Produces abundant white spring flowers, giving it strong ornamental appeal and reliably attracting bees and other pollinators.
• Small red cherries follow the bloom; they are technically edible but generally not considered high‑quality for fresh eating, with a tart, astringent flavour.
• Fruit drop is light and not messy, making it cleaner than many edible cherry types.
• Exceptionally cold‑hardy and adaptable, thriving in well‑drained soils and tolerating moderate drought once established.
• Full Sun
• Zone 2, 1.5–2.5 m Height × 1.5–2 m Width
