Variety fit — British Columbia
Can I grow Early Richmond tart-cherry in British Columbia?
The verdict
Yes
- Your zone 7a and typical 2360 chill hours both suit this variety.
Based on British Columbia’s main growing area (V1Y): zone 7a, ~2,360 chill hours. Your exact site may differ — check your ZIP.
The numbers
| Early Richmond chill requirement | 700 chill hours |
|---|---|
| Early Richmond hardiness | USDA zones 4–9 |
| British Columbia average chill (V1Y) | 2,360 hours (1,639–2,811 across 10 winters) |
| British Columbia zone (V1Y) | USDA zone 7a |
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- Can I grow Early Richmond tart-cherry in British Columbia?
- Yes — Your zone 7a and typical 2360 chill hours both suit this variety.
Sources
- [1] Open-Meteo / Copernicus ERA5. Historical Weather API (hourly 2m temperature) — accessed July 2026
- [2] Natural Resources Canada. Plant Hardiness Zones of Canada — accessed July 2026
- [3] Dave Wilson Nursery. Cherries — DWN Variety Finder product list — accessed July 2026