When do Shandong large cherries usually ripen?

Cherries are delicious and nutritious, and in China the Shandong large cherry has the purest flavor. So, when do Shandong large cherries ripen?

1. When do Shandong large cherries ripen

Shandong large cherries ripen mainly in May-June. The ripening time differs slightly by variety; generally speaking, varieties such as Zaodaguo and Hongdeng ripen in late May, varieties such as Xianfeng and Meizao ripen in early June, and varieties such as Lapins and Huangmi ripen in late June.

2. How to identify large cherries

1. Check the specific gravity: organically grown cherries have a high specific gravity, while conventionally grown ones have a low specific gravity; cherries of the same size that are organically grown weigh more per unit than conventionally grown ones.

2. Check the pit: if the pit separates from the flesh, it means hormones were used to swell the fruit; or if the pit is clamped open with pliers and contains no kernel, it means hormones were used for pollination.

3. Check the sweetness: organically grown cherries taste sweet and fragrant, with fruity aroma and a sweet aftertaste; conventionally grown ones taste sweet but have a weak fruity aroma.

3. How much do large cherries cost per jin

The price of large cherries also varies by variety; overall, the average price is around 50 yuan per jin. Prices range from several tens of yuan to several hundred yuan per jin.

Fruit cultivation is now becoming more and more mature, and there are also many orchards; friends who like cherries can go picking together with family and friends, enjoying the deliciousness while happily working together.