The Brooks Cherry is a sweet cherry cultivar developed by University of California, Davis, noted for its large, firm, dark red fruit and relatively low chilling requirement — making it well suited to warmer growing regions. When grafted onto a semi-dwarfing rootstock such as Colt rootstock (or similar), the tree size is managed down while retaining fruiting performance, making it suitable for home orchard settings with moderate space.

Hardiness: Suitable for USDA Zones 6-9
Mature height: about 10-20 ft
Mature spread: about 8-12 ft
Soil: Prefers well-drained soils
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist
Pollination: Brooks is not self-fertile
Foliage & Seasonal Color / Fruit
Spring: White cherry blossoms appear
Summer (fruiting): Produces large, firm, dark red sweet cherries
Fall: Leaves may turn yellow or gold before drop, and the tree’s form can add interest even after harvest.