Goumi, Sweet Scarlet

Unique sweet-tart flavor hints of cherries, apples and black currants. Native to the Far East, this attractive 4 to 6 foot shrub bears fragrant creamy-white flowers in May followed in late June by red fruits the size of small pie cherries. Delicious fresh, dried or made into preserves. Plant in a location with at least 1/2 day sun. Self-fertile, not bothered by pests or diseases and begins bearing 2 to 3 years after planting. Plants may produce suckers, which can be transplanted or removed.