Variety fit — Kentucky
Can I grow Sweetheart sweet cherry in Kentucky?
The verdict
Yes
- Your zone 7a and typical 1445 chill hours both suit this variety.
Based on Kentucky’s main growing area (40507): zone 7a, ~1,445 chill hours. Your exact site may differ — check your ZIP.
The numbers
| Sweetheart hardiness | USDA zones 5–9 |
|---|---|
| Kentucky average chill (40507) | 1,445 hours (1,156–1,793 across 10 winters) |
| Kentucky zone (40507) | USDA zone 7a |
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- Can I grow Sweetheart sweet cherry in Kentucky?
- Yes — Your zone 7a and typical 1445 chill hours both suit this variety.
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Sources
- [1] Open-Meteo / Copernicus ERA5. Historical Weather API (hourly 2m temperature) — accessed July 2026
- [2] USDA / PRISM (Oregon State University). 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map — accessed July 2026
- [3] Dave Wilson Nursery. Cherries — DWN Variety Finder product list — accessed July 2026