Knock on wood: This year’s cherry season should be better for Northwest growers, who are coming off a disaster of a 2023 harvest year. It looks like it will be better for consumers, too. B.J. Thurlby, ...

Bare-root trees are best planted in the spring, and container-grown trees in the fall. Young trees should be protected against winter damage and wildlife. Don't allow trees to fruit in the first two ...

Dwarf or semi-dwarf cherry trees can grow indoors, but they require careful care, full sun, and simulated winter conditions to thrive. Keep soil moist but well-drained and provide six to eight hours ...

A cluster of sweet cherries hanging from a tree during sunset. - Vvvita/Getty Images If your sweet cherry tree (Prunus avium) is producing fruit that's small or not as sweet as you expected, you might ...

The past week of summer-like weather has Yakima Valley agriculture leaders, particularly those growing cherries, optimistic that 2023 will see a return to normal conditions, high-quality fruit and ...

To obtain the biggest cherry harvest, trees should be pollinated by both honey bees and mason bees. This new study shows yet another benefit of biodiversity. To obtain the biggest cherry harvest, ...

Cherries hang from a branch on a tree in an orchard off West Sagemoor Road in Franklin County. Bob Brawdy [email protected] Most years, cherry season in North America starts in California and ...

BIGFORK, Mont. — In January, Montana experienced above average temperatures followed by a cold spike. Owner of Johnson’s Sunset Bay Orchard, Bruce Johnson, is among those whose cherry farms were ...