Sweet Cherries

Sweet Cherries are usually ready around the end of June. We offer many different varieties of sweet cherries in our orchards. As we say: try a tree—if you like it, start picking!

Health Benefits of Sweet Cherries

Sweet cherries contain fiber, vitamin C, carotenoids, and anthocyanins, each of which may help play a role in cancer prevention.

Cherries contain natural melatonin, which is a powerful antioxidant and free radical scavenger that helps “cool down” excess inflammation and associated oxidative stress. It also plays a vital role in sleep and bodily regeneration.

There are two primary varieties of cherries you should know about: sweet and tart (also known as sour cherries). Sweet cherries, such as Bing cherries, are best eaten fresh (and raw), while sour cherries develop a fuller flavor when they’re used in cooking (which is why they’re often used for baking).

How to Pit a Cherry Inexpensively in Seconds

Cherries are one of those fruits that take a labor of love to consume, as you have to remove the pits before you can enjoy them (or else be careful to spit them out as you eat). A simple trick? Use a paperclip as an instant cherry pitter. Simply bend the clip open, push it into the stem end of the cherry, rotate it around and pop out the pit.

A Brief Cherry History and Fun Facts

Cherries have been enjoyed for centuries and were enjoyed in ancient Rome, Greece, and China. It’s thought that sweet cherries originated in Asia and were likely carried to Europe by birds. Interestingly, while cherry trees begin producing fruit after they’re about five years old, it takes 10 to 15 years for the plant to reach maturity. At that time, one cherry tree may produce more than 100 pounds.