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Morello Cherry
A sour cherry variety prized for cooking, with deep red flesh and a sharp, tangy taste. It’s often used in pies, jams, and liqueurs and thrives in shady spots.
Basic Information
Species:
Cherry
Variety:
Morello
Scientific Name:
Prunus cerasus 'Morello'
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
17
Location:
Cramond House 17
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
The quintessential sour cherry, essential for pies, jams, and liqueurs like kirsch. Thrives in shade, unlike most cherries. The wood is hard and smooth, occasionally used for cabinetry or musical instruments.
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Fun facts:
The only cherry that thrives in shade - often planted against north walls.
Roman soldiers carried the pits as portable snacks.
The sourness comes from higher citric acid than sweet cherries.
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