Prunus a. 'Santina' #7

‘Santina’ is a refined sweet cherry selection prized for its fragrant pink blossoms in early spring that appear before leaves emerge, attracting bees and other pollinators. The blossoms develop into medium to large, bright red cherries with firm, sweet flavor, perfect for fresh eating, baking, or preserving. The fruit is known for good crack resistance and an early summer harvest.

The tree grows with an oval, upright-spreading habit reaching 15–20 feet tall and 12–15 feet wide, making it ideal as a specimen or orchard centerpiece in smaller landscapes or home gardens. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and regular moisture. ‘Santina’ is self-fertile, producing fruit without a pollinator, though additional cherry trees can boost yields.

Why We Love It: Combines early fragrant blooms with delicious, early-season fruit in a manageable, elegant form for small-space edible gardens.