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More incredible views over the cherry trees across to the Salish Mountains in the background.
Sweet cherries are a non-native fruit crop of Montana. Sweet cherries are grown near Flathead Lake in northwestern Montana. The climate, soil, and water in this area make a perfect combination for growing sweet cherries. Non-citrus fruit. Also known as “stone fruit” which refers to trees and shrubby plants in the genus that includes peaches, apricots, plums and cherries. Hardy to Zone 5 - Introduced into Montana in 1866. In 1893 the Flathead Valley was found to be the best climate for growing sweet cherries because of the long warm days with plenty of sunshine and night temperatures of 40-50 degrees. Small tree that grows up to 8-12 feet tall.
Sweet cherries are a non-native fruit crop of Montana. Sweet cherries are grown near Flathead Lake in northwestern Montana. The climate, soil, and water in this area make a perfect combination for growing sweet cherries. Non-citrus fruit. Also known as “stone fruit” which refers to trees and shrubby plants in the genus that includes peaches, apricots, plums and cherries. Hardy to Zone 5 - Introduced into Montana in 1866. In 1893 the Flathead Valley was found to be the best climate for growing sweet cherries because of the long warm days with plenty of sunshine and night temperatures of 40-50 degrees. Small tree that grows up to 8-12 feet tall.