Sam cherry
Firm, average flavour. Used as a pollinator.
USDA identification images for Sam
The identification paintings in the USDA Pomological Watercolor Collection span the years 1886 to 1942.
Citation: U.S. Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection. Rare and Special Collections, National Agricultural Library, Beltsville, MD 20705.
Offspring of this variety
Visitor reviews
- 30 Dec 2012 Garrit F.United StatesIn Washington State Sam is rare and only seen as a pollinizer for Regina. Comparably speaking it is a very mediocre cherry.
- 31 Jul 2011 JessicaMI, United StatesTastes VERY super sweet, almost like candy. I loved it, but it was too sweet for my husband. We purchased a small box from the local farmers market in Traverse City on July 30. For those who don't already know, Traverse City is famous for their cherries and there are tons of different varieties grown and sold all over. Relatively speaking, the Sams was one of the sweetest I've ever had!
Origins
- Species: Prunus avium - Sweet cherry
- Originates from: Cornwall, United Kingdom
Identification
- Country of origin: United Kingdom
Using
- Cropping: Good
- Food uses: Eating fresh
Growing
- Self-fertility: Not self-fertile
Climate
- Climate suitability: Temperate climates