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Searching for an edible cherry tree to plant in your New Zealand garden? Growing your own cherries is a rewarding experience, offering not just beautiful blossoms in spring but also delicious, sweet fruit in summer. Whether you’re hoping to harvest cherries for snacks, desserts, or preserves, our nursery can help you find the perfect edible cherry tree to suit your yard, climate, and taste preferences.

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Cherry 'Dawson'

'Dawson' Cherry is a productive sweet cherry tree valued for its attractive blossom, reliable crops, and delicious dark red fruit with rich flavour. The spring display of white flowers is followed by generous harvests of cherries that are ideal for eating fresh and using in desserts.

From $425.89

Suited to regions: Alpine, Temperate
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Cherry 'Rainier'

'Rainier' Cherry is a premium sweet cherry variety renowned for its large golden yellow fruit with a bright red blush and exceptionally sweet flavour. Beautiful white blossom in spring is followed by delicious cherries that are perfect for fresh eating. The attractive tree also provides seasonal interest with colourful autumn foliage.

From $404.59

Suited to regions: Alpine, Temperate
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Cherry 'Lapins'

Lapins' Cherry is a highly regarded sweet cherry variety that produces heavy crops of large glossy dark red fruit with exceptional sweetness and...

From$340.69
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Cherry 'Compact Stella'

'Compact Stella' Cherry is a compact sweet cherry tree that produces generous crops of large dark red cherries with rich sweet flavour. Its...

From$425.89
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Nashi 'Hosui'

Nashi Pear 'Hosui' is a popular deciduous fruit tree that produces large, juicy pears with crisp, sweet flesh and a refreshing flavour. It crops...

From$340.69
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Fruit Tree Fertiliser (Fruit Tree Fertiliser)

Fruiting plants respond well to fruit tree fertiliser with better quality produce, higher yields, and a much healthier and brighter looking plant...

From$16.95
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Nashi 'Nijisseiki'

Nashi Pear 'Nijisseiki' is a classic deciduous fruit tree that produces round, crisp, juicy pears with smooth golden green skin and a refreshing...

From$340.69
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Prunus 'Okame'

Prunus 'Okame' is a spectacular flowering cherry that signals the arrival of spring with masses of vibrant deep pink blossoms. Its compact size...

From$387.55
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Prunus 'Accolade'

Prunus 'Accolade' is a spectacular flowering cherry prized for its masses of soft pink blossom that appear in early spring before or alongside the...

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Prunus 'Mountain Haze'

Prunus 'Mountain Haze' is a beautiful flowering cherry that produces an abundance of soft blossoms during spring, creating a spectacular display in...

From$515.35
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Prunus 'Kiku Shidare Zakura'

Prunus 'Kiku Shidare Zakura' is a graceful weeping flowering cherry that creates an unforgettable display of large double pink blossoms in spring...

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Prunus 'Amanogawa'

Prunus 'Amanogawa' is a narrow upright flowering cherry that brings elegant spring colour to New Zealand gardens. Its masses of fragrant soft pink...

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Beautiful Prunus 'Shimidsu Sakura' pink and white blossoms.
Prunus 'Shimidsu Sakura'

Prunus 'Shimidsu Sakura' is an elegant deciduous tree celebrated for its abundant pink blossoms that brighten gardens in spring. Its upright growth...

From$387.55
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Prunus 'Shirotae'

Prunus 'Shirotae' is a stunning flowering cherry celebrated for its masses of large pure white blossoms that brighten New Zealand gardens each...

From$387.55
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Prunus 'Awanui'

Prunus 'Awanui' is a beautiful flowering cherry that delivers an outstanding display of blossom each spring, making it a favourite for New Zealand...

From$387.55
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Prunus 'Felix Jury'

Prunus 'Felix Jury' is a stunning flowering cherry renowned for its spectacular display of large double pink blossoms in spring. The abundant flowers...

From$494.05
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Prunus campanulata 'Superba'

Prunus campanulata 'Superba' is a spectacular flowering cherry that produces masses of rich pink bell shaped flowers from late winter into early...

From$387.55
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Prunus 'Falling Snow'

Prunus 'Falling Snow' is an elegant flowering cherry that produces masses of brilliant white blossoms in spring, creating a spectacular display in...

From$515.35
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Feijoa 'Anatoki'

Feijoa 'Anatoki' is an early-season feijoa variety known for its reliable crops and flavourful, aromatic fruit. It’s a vigorous grower with dense...

From$35.81
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Fig 'Mrs Williams'

Fig 'Mrs Williams' is a reliable deciduous fruit tree that produces generous crops of sweet, richly flavoured figs. Its attractive foliage...

From$28.91
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Prunus 'Ukon'

Prunus 'Ukon' is a rare and elegant flowering cherry tree admired for its unusual pale yellow green blossoms during spring. This deciduous ornamental...

From$515.35
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Prunus 'Kanzan'

Prunus 'Kanzan' is one of the most admired flowering cherry trees for New Zealand gardens, producing an outstanding display of large double pink...

From$387.55
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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

From$99.29
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Corylus colurna

Corylus colurna (Turkish Hazel) is a stately deciduous tree valued for its strong upright form, attractive rounded canopy, and edible hazelnuts. It...

From$383.29
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Quince 'Smyrna'

'Smyrna' Quince is a popular heritage quince variety that produces large fragrant golden fruit with outstanding flavour for cooking, preserving, and...

From$270.40
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Prunus laurocerasus

Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry Laurel) is a vigorous evergreen shrub admired for its lush glossy foliage and excellent screening qualities. This hardy...

From$30.29
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Plum Santa Rosa

The 'Santa Rosa' Plum is a popular deciduous fruit tree renowned for its attractive spring blossom and heavy crops of juicy, sweet flavoured plums...

From$404.59
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Prunus 'Pendula Rosea'

Prunus 'Pendula Rosea' is a stunning weeping ornamental cherry tree admired for its cascading branches and masses of soft pink flowers during spring...

From$387.55
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Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach (Bead Tree, White Cedar) is a graceful deciduous tree valued for its attractive fern like foliage, fragrant clusters of lilac...

From$387.55
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Plum Hawera

The 'Hawera' Plum Tree is a productive deciduous fruit tree grown for its reliable crops of delicious plums and attractive spring blossom. It is well...

From$404.59
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PB60 Planter Bags (Bag For Xmas Tree)

PB60 Planter Bags are a strong and practical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and advanced nursery stock. Their...

From$169.50
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PB28 Planter Bags (Christmas Tree Bag)

PB28 Planter Bags are a durable and economical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other mature nursery stock. Their...

From$130.50
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Why Plant an Edible Cherry Tree?

An edible cherry tree provides a bounty of fresh fruit, along with ornamental value. Cherries are a nutritious treat, packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. These trees also attract pollinators, enhance biodiversity, and offer lovely shade and seasonal beauty. With so many varieties available, you can select options tailored to your region’s conditions and your culinary needs.

Popular Edible Cherry Tree Varieties

At our nursery, we offer several types of edible cherry trees that thrive in New Zealand:

Planting and Caring for Your Cherry Tree

Location is key for a fruitful edible cherry tree. Choose a spot with full sun, well-drained soil, and good air circulation to reduce disease risk. Most cherry trees benefit from winter chill, so they’re ideal for various regions across New Zealand. Maintain your tree with regular watering, mulch, and an annual pruning to encourage healthy growth and a productive harvest.

Pollination matters! While some cherry trees (like Stella) are self-fertile, others may require a companion cherry variety for optimal fruit set. Planting multiple types, such as Cherry Bing and Cherry Montmorency, can boost yields and provide a longer harvest season.

Exploring Unique Edible Cherry Species

If you’re looking for something a bit different, consider Eugenia uniflora (Surinam Cherry). This tropical “cherry” yields bright, ribbed fruit with a tangy-sweet flavour and works well in coastal or frost-free gardens.

Find Your Perfect Edible Cherry Tree

Ready to enjoy home-grown cherries? Browse our selection of edible cherry trees, from classic favourites like Cherry Bing to unique types like Eugenia uniflora (Surinam Cherry). Our expert team is here to help you choose, plant, and care for your trees, ensuring a thriving cherry harvest season after season.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

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