Cherry Bush - Crimson Passion Apricot blooms start as soft yellow

blooms start as soft yellow buds before opening

Graceful arching branches that sweep downward to the ground

Ripening: Late August to Early Sept

Exhibits high resistance to cold

Fruit:  Dark purple/black

Cherry Bush - Crimson Passion Apricot blooms start as soft yellowHardiness: Zone 3. Size: Bush 4 5ft. (Can also be forced to tree form) Planting: Full Sun, good soil. Fruit: Dark red up to 5. 8 grams. Pollination: Self pollinating Use: Excellent for cooking, jams, preserves or wine. Ripening: End July. Pot: 1 gal Highest sugar content and often considered one of the sweetest "tart cherries" Flesh is also firmer than most varieties. More compact and smaller than other varieties also a bit less hardy.