- Genus: Prunus
- Habitats: Originated in Canada, widely grown.
- Climate Preferences: Prefers cool to temperate climates.
- Soil Preferences: Well-drained loamy soils with good fertility.
- Description: Stella cherries are large, heart-shaped fruits with dark red skin and sweet, juicy flesh. They are the first self-fertile sweet cherry variety, making them a good choice for smaller orchards. Stella trees are hardy, vigorous, and productive, well-suited to cooler climates.