• Cherry of the Rio Grande 130-Casey's Corner Nursery 12-18 inches & 1-gal
  • Cherry of the Rio Grande 130-Casey's Corner Nursery
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Cherry of the Rio Grande

Cherry of the Rio Grande

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Key Features

Cherry-of-the-Rio-Grande is a small evergreen tree with glossy, elliptical leaves, fragrant white flowers about 1 inch wide, and produces small, sweet, edible cherries that are red to dark purple when ripe.

Special considerations

Cherry-of-the-Rio-Grande requires well-drained soil and full sun, benefits from regular watering, and may need protection from frost in colder climates.

Growing and Care Instructions

Cherry-of-the-Rio-Grande thrives in well-drained soil with moderate watering, requires full sun, tolerates temperatures down to 20°F, benefits from balanced fertilizer during growing season, and should be pruned to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

  • Fertilizing

    Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

  • Watering

    Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

  • Light Requirements

    Full sun to partial shade.

Type Fruit-bearing
Lifespan 30–50 years
Growth Moderate
Max Height 15–20 ft
Max Width 10–15 ft
Zone 9-11

9-11 Container / 8-10 Outdoors
(Hardy down to 20 F°)

The Cherry of the Rio Grande, also known as the Big River Cherry, is a rare and exotic fruit tree native to Brazil, Uruguay, and Paraguay. It belongs to the Eugenia family, closely related to the Surinam Cherry, Pitanga, Grumichama, and Pitomba. Despite its tropical origins, this tree is surprisingly drought-tolerant and can withstand frost once mature.

The fruit of the Cherry of the Rio Grande is oblong and starts with a pale pink to red skin, maturing into a deep red-wine and almost purple-black hue. It boasts a bold, sweet taste that blends flavors of cherry and plum, with some even detecting hints of banana. Not only is it delicious, but it also offers health benefits, being rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains high levels of vitamins A and C, B-complex vitamins, and small amounts of iron, magnesium, and potassium.

Customer Reviews

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Big Lew
Grande cherry-2!

Not even a month since my 1st review (8/28) and it is starting another cycle of new growth! Amazing. I spent 3 years looking for one and now it won't stop growing.

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Big Lew
Grande cherry!

Tree looks really good. Repotted it in a clay pot rather than the flexible one it came in. New growth all over. I'm excited--been looking for one for 3 years when I came across Everglades website.

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Carolyn Corey

Had to mist and water every day. Still lost many leaves. Thought I was going to lose it. It's still in pot. Would not dare try to transplant it yet. Gets morning sun every day on my screened porch.

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Chelsea Hamilton
Well done!

This was a slam dunk purchase which was great because I couldn't find much information about Everglades Farm but there weren't a lot of purveyors of the Cherry of the Rio Grande and I was quite keen to get a plant. It was very well packaged, shipped/arrived quickly, came in good shape and was as described (3 gallons so smaller tree but I'm hopeful it will grow well). Still early days but it seems to be settling in nicely.

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Alan

Exactly as advertised.
Professional packaging.
The cherry plant looks really healthy.
Thank you.