Romeo and Juliet Cherry Trees

Light Needs

Full Sun

(At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

5-8 Feet

Mature Spread

5-7 Feet

Growing Zones

2 to 7

Double the charm—and the bowls of cherries. This duo from the cold-hardy Romance series stays naturally compact yet sets impressive crops of glossy, dark-red fruit with lush, dessert-worthy flavor. Plant them as a pair for heavier yields: spring brings a flurry of white blossoms, summer follows with handfuls of richly colored cherries perfect for fresh snacking, pies, preserves, and juice—all on trees sized for modest yards and patios.

Note: Shipped together in one pot; separate at planting and site near each other to boost production.

Romeo & Juliet Cherry Trees Care

Give these cherries a bright, open location with at least 6–8 hours of sun. They perform best in well-drained loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (about 6.2–7.0). Water deeply the first 1–2 seasons to establish; afterward, soak during dry spells from bloom through fruit fill.

Mulch 2–3 inches over the root zone (keep mulch a few inches off the trunks) to moderate soil moisture and temperature. Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Prune in late winter: remove dead or crossing branches, keep the interior airy, and tip back overly vigorous shoots to maintain manageable height.

These varieties are self-fertile but set more fruit when grown together. Birds love the crop—consider lightweight netting as fruit colors. Cold-tolerant and reliable in short-season climates.

Romeo & Juliet Cherry Trees Spacing

Plant the two trees 6–8 feet apart for strong cross-pollination and easy picking. For a compact edible hedge, set 5–6 feet on center; for stand-alone specimens, allow 8–10 feet of width so light reaches all sides. Near patios or paths, keep 5–6+ feet from hardscape.

In large containers, use one tree per pot (20–24"+ diameter) with excellent drainage and position planters 2–3 feet apart for airflow.

Why Grow Romeo & Juliet Cherry Trees?

• Two distinct selections that fruit heavily on naturally compact trees

• Sweet-rich flavor with lively tang—great fresh and exceptional for baking and preserves

• Abundant spring bloom followed by bowls of deep-red cherries in summer

• Cold-adapted genetics for dependable crops in cooler regions

• Self-fertile but even better together; ideal for small gardens and large containers

Small in stature, big on harvest—plant Romeo & Juliet side by side for a long, delicious cherry season on trees sized perfectly for today’s landscapes.