Overview & Description

The Romance Series Cherry Combination (Prunus cerasus Romance Series) is a carefully selected collection of three to four hardy sour cherry cultivars from the renowned University of Saskatchewan Romance Series, delivered together in one pot for convenient planting and optimal cross-pollination. This combination typically includes varieties such as ‘Crimson Passion’, ‘Juliet’, ‘Romeo’, and ‘Valentine’, each offering unique characteristics. In spring, the shrubs burst into clouds of fragrant, white to soft pink blossoms that attract pollinators. The glossy, dark green foliage turns vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red in autumn, providing multi-season ornamental appeal.

Growth & Size

These varieties exhibit compact, upright, rounded growth habits. Each shrub typically reaches a mature size of about 6 – 8 feet in height with a similar spread. Their compact, manageable size makes them ideal for home orchards, edible landscapes, small gardens, and container plantings. The combination ensures varieties bloom simultaneously for effective cross-pollination.

Additional Notes

They bloom in mid-spring, with fruit ripening from mid to late summer. Exceptionally hardy to Zone 3, they are disease-resistant, self-pollinating but produce higher yields when cross-pollinated, drought-tolerant once established, and low-maintenance. The fruit ranges from sweet to tart, perfect for fresh eating, pies, jams, juices, and preserves. An outstanding choice for northern gardeners seeking reliable, cold-hardy cherry production.