Juliet Cherry Tree

Light Needs

Full Sun

(At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

7 Feet

Mature Spread

6 Feet

Growing Zones

2 to 7

Juliet Cherry Tree delivers dessert-quality cherries on a compact frame that fits almost anywhere. Spring brings clouds of blush-white flowers, followed by deep red fruit with a naturally high sugar level that eats fresh, bakes beautifully, and freezes well.

Cold-climate gardeners love Juliet for its toughness and dependable crops. The tidy, dwarf habit suits small yards and large containers alike, so you can harvest bowls of cherries without dedicating half the garden to a full-size tree.

Juliet Cherry Tree Care

Plant in full sun (6–8 hours) and well-drained soil with a pH around 6.0–7.0. Water deeply to establish, then soak during dry spells—keep moisture steadier from bloom through fruit fill. Top-dress with compost in spring and feed lightly with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer; avoid heavy nitrogen that encourages leafy growth over fruit.

Prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing wood and to keep a light, open center; take off any suckers at the base. Hardy in USDA Zones 2–7; consider bird netting as fruit colors up.

Juliet Cherry Tree Spacing

Expect roughly 6–8 ft tall and 5–7 ft wide at maturity. As a single specimen, allow 7–8 ft of open space so light reaches all sides. For a fruiting hedge, plant 5–6 ft on center. Keep 3–4 ft from fences or paths for airflow and easy picking.

In containers, choose a sturdy 18–24"+ diameter pot with excellent drainage and position planters 2–3 ft apart.

Why Grow Juliet Cherry Tree?

• Naturally sweet, deep red cherries ideal for fresh eating, pies, and jam

• Compact, dwarf habit perfect for small yards and patio containers

• Extra cold hardy and reliable in short-season climates

• Self-pollinating with showy spring bloom and generous summer harvests

• Simple annual prune and modest feeding keep it productive

Small tree, big yield—plant Juliet for spring blossoms and baskets of sweet-tart cherries you can enjoy straight from the branch.