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Mayday Cherry vs Crimson Passion Cherry
Prunus padus
Prunus x kerrasis Crimson Passion
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Mayday Cherry is a small deciduous tree known for its early blooming and fragrant white flowers.
A favourite specimen tree on prairie homesteads, Mayday Cherry produces small black berries that are inedible to people but highly desirable to birds.
Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Mayday Cherry seeds at SeedTime.ca.
The Crimson Passion Cherry is a hardy deciduous hybrid dwarf Sour Cherry. This medium-sized self-pollinator produces tart, bright red fruits in large clusters in late summer that are perfect for jams, pies and jellies. Crimson Passion Cherry is ideal as a landscape or orchard tree.
Mayday Cherry Quick Facts
Crimson Passion Cherry Quick Facts
Toxicity: seeds and leaves are toxic if ingested