Fruit tree comparisons
| Cherry trees Rainier |  Bulmers Norman | |
|---|---|---|
| Rainier is a firm but juicy cherry with a good flavor. | A traditional English bittersweet cider apple. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Cherry trees Rainier | Cider apple trees Bulmers Norman | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Experienced | |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile | Not self-fertile |
| Pollination group | 2 | 3 |
| Pollinating others | Poor |
Using
| Cherry trees Rainier | Cider apple trees Bulmers Norman | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Early | Late |
| Uses | Eating fresh | Hard cider |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 2-3 weeks |
Disease resistance
| Cherry trees Rainier | Cider apple trees Bulmers Norman | |
|---|---|---|
| General resistance | Average | |
| Scab | Very susceptible |
Climate
| Cherry trees Rainier | Cider apple trees Bulmers Norman | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold hardiness (USDA) | Zone 3 (-40C) | |
| Summer maximum temperatures | Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F) |
Identification
| Cherry trees Rainier | Cider apple trees Bulmers Norman | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Period of origin | 1900 - 1949 | |
| Fruit color | Yellow | Green - light |